What is the initial molecule broken down during cellular respiration?

NADH

ATP

Pyruvate

Glucose

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D. Glucose

Solution:

The initial molecule broken down during cellular respiration is glucose, which is converted into pyruvate during glycolysis. NADH and ATP are products or components later in the process.

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