Here's a breakdown of the key molecules produced:
* ATP (adenosine triphosphate): The primary energy currency of cells. The Krebs cycle produces a small amount of ATP directly (1 molecule per cycle), but its main role is to generate electron carriers.
* NADH (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, reduced form): A crucial electron carrier that delivers high-energy electrons to the electron transport chain for ATP production. The Krebs cycle produces 3 molecules of NADH per cycle.
* FADH2 (flavin adenine dinucleotide, reduced form): Another electron carrier that carries electrons to the electron transport chain. The Krebs cycle produces 1 molecule of FADH2 per cycle.
Important Note: The Krebs cycle doesn't directly produce any proteins (PT). Proteins are synthesized through the process of translation, which uses mRNA as a template.
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