Chapter 21.7, Problem 21.13P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason that supports succinate dehydrogenase is the coenzyme in the reaction of citric acid cycle which is catalyzed by $FAD$ should be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Citric Acid Cycle: It involves 8 series reaction which converts acetyl group present in acetyl coenzyme A into 2 $C{O}_2$ molecules.

Coenzyme: They are non-proteins molecules which helps enzymes for catalyzing the reaction.

$NA{D}^{+}$ Molecule: It is the oxidized form of $\text{Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide }\left(NADH\right)$ which exists in all cells and needed for activation of enzymes.

Flavin Adenine Dinucleotide $\left(\text{FAD}\right)$: It is one of the oxidizing agents used in catabolic reactions. The reduced form of FAD is formation of two covalent hydrogen bonds and represented as $FAD{H}_2$.