What is one potential fate for a proton in the mitochondrial matrix?

a. They are attached to NAD+ and FAD.
b. They combine with oxygen to form water.
c. They synthesize ATP by substrate-level phosphorylation.
d. They help in the production of CO2.
e. They regenerate Coenzyme A.


ANSWER: b

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