Respiration Process Flashcards
1
Q
What is the role of oxygen in the ETC?
A
Acts as the final electron acceptor. Combines with electrons and Hydrogen ions from the ETC.
2
Q
Why is it important that oxygen accepts those hydrogen ions and electrons?
A
So NAD and FAD can remain oxidised so they can pick up electrons again in glycolysis.
3
Q
How many ATPs does the ETC stage produce?
A
34