What Is the Ultimate Electron Acceptor for the Electrons Captured

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is the ultimate electron acceptor for the electrons captured by the cofactors during glucose decomposition?​

• A) ​nitrogen
• B) ​hydrogen
• C) ​oxygen
• D) ​carbon

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Definitions:

Lipids

A group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins, and others, which are crucial for cell structure and metabolism.

Fatty Acids

Long chains of hydrocarbons terminated with a carboxylic acid group, essential components of lipids.

Aminopeptidase

An enzyme that removes amino acids from the amino end of proteins, playing a critical role in digestion and other processes.

Enterocytes

Specialized epithelial cells found in the lining of the small intestine, involved in the absorption of nutrients.