What is the difference between NAD+ and NADP?

A) NAD+ functions as an electron transporter, whereas NADP does not.
B) NAD+ functions as a free-energy source for cells, whereas NADP does not.
C) Both function as electron carriers, but NADP has a phosphate group and NAD+ does not.
D) Both transport electrons to the electron transport chain (ETC) found on the inner mitochondrial membrane, but NADP transfers its electrons to the ETC at a higher energy level.


Answer: C

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