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multiple choice question the final step of the ets in aerobic respirati…

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multiple choice question

the final step of the ets in aerobic respiration occurs when electrons are passed to ______.

\\(o\\) \\(\text{nad}^+\\)
\\(o\\) \\(\text{co}_2\\)
\\(o\\) \\(\text{fad}\\)
\\(o\\) \\(\text{o}_2\\)

Explanation:

Identify the final electron acceptor in aerobic respiration

$$ \text{NADH} / \text{FADH}_2 ightarrow \text{ETS Complexes} ightarrow \text{O}_2 $$

Determine the reduction reaction

$$ \text{O}_2 + 4\text{H}^+ + 4e^- ightarrow 2\text{H}_2\text{O} $$

Match with the given options

$$ \text{Final Acceptor} = \text{O}_2 $$

Answer:

  • NAD\(^+\)
  • CO\(_2\)
  • FAD
  • O\(_2\) (Correct answer)