Q. 18.88 - An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Question

What products of the citric acid cycle are needed for electron transport? $(18.5 ,18.6)$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

$NADH and FADH2$ of the citric acid, cycle are needed for electron transport.

Step 1: Given Information

We need to find the products of the citric acid cycle are needed for electron transport 

Step 2: Explanation

Now, 

$NADH and FADH2$ are electron transporters that are generated in the citric acid cycle. $NADH$ is produced during the oxidation and decarboxylation of isocitrate and $\alpha ‐ketoglutarate$, in the oxidation of malate in the citric acid cycle. On the other hand, $FADH2$ is produced during the oxidation of succinate in the citric acid cycle.