Chapter 23, Problem 23.40E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The number of ATP molecules produced when ${\text{FADH}}_2$ passes electrons to oxygen is to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

Oxidative phosphorylation is the third stage in the oxidation of food in which the oxidation of coenzymes $\text{NADH}$ and ${\text{FADH}}_2$ to ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ and $\text{FAD}$ takes place and significant amount of energy is released.