What is 'Flavin adenine dinucleotide'?
Correct answer: B. Coenzyme
- A. Catalyst
- B. Coenzyme
- C. Cofactor
- D. Enzyme
Explanation
Flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) is a coenzyme, a non-protein molecule that assists enzymes in catalyzing various biochemical reactions. FAD is a derivative of riboflavin (vitamin B2) and plays a crucial role in energy metabolism, particularly in the electron transport chain.FAD can exist in two forms:1. FAD (oxidized form)2. FADH2 (reduced form)FAD acts as an electron carrier, accepting and donating electrons during metabolic reactions, such as:- Cellular respiration- Fatty acid oxidation- Citric acid cycle
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