Overview
Electron carriers such as NADH, FADH2, and NADPH are vital components in cellular metabolism, facilitating the transfer of electrons during biochemical reactions. NADH and FADH2 are primarily involved in energy production through cellular respiration, while NADPH plays a crucial role in biosynthetic...
Key Terms
Example: NADH is produced during glycolysis.
Example: FADH2 is generated in the Krebs cycle.
Example: NADPH is essential for fatty acid synthesis.
Example: The electron transport chain is located in the mitochondria.
Example: Glucose undergoes oxidation during cellular respiration.
Example: NAD+ is reduced to NADH.
Related Topics
Cellular Respiration
The process by which cells convert glucose into energy, involving glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.
intermediatePhotosynthesis
The process by which green plants and some organisms convert light energy into chemical energy, producing glucose and oxygen.
intermediateMetabolic Pathways
A series of chemical reactions occurring within a cell, crucial for maintaining life and energy balance.
advancedKey Concepts
NADHFADH2NADPHElectron Transport Chain