Oxygen acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain. After electrons have been passed through the protein complexes, they are transferred to oxygen, which reacts with free protons to form water. This step is crucial because it ensures the continuation of electron flow through the chain, preventing a bottleneck that would halt … Read more

Biochemistry
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Where in the cell do the Krebs cycle and electron transport chain occur?
The Krebs cycle occurs in the mitochondrial matrix, the innermost compartment of the mitochondrion, where enzymes for the cycle are located. The electron transport chain, in contrast, is embedded in the inner mitochondrial membrane. This spatial separation allows the products of the Krebs cycle, NADH and FADH2, to feed electrons directly into the chain for … Read more
How do you use a codon chart?
How do you use a codon chart?

How to read a codon chart?
How to read a codon chart?

What methods are used to diagnose complex V deficiencies?
What methods are used to diagnose complex V deficiencies?

How is the assembly of ATP synthase regulated?
How is the assembly of ATP synthase regulated?

What are the proposed pathways for ATP synthase assembly in yeast?
What are the proposed pathways for ATP synthase assembly in yeast?

How does ATP synthase contribute to ATP production?
How does ATP synthase contribute to ATP production?

What is the role of ATP synthase in mitochondrial function?
What is the role of ATP synthase in mitochondrial function?

How does the structure of ATP synthase differ between humans, yeast, and bacteria?
 How does the structure of ATP synthase differ between humans, yeast, and bacteria?
