What is the role of NA D ^ + in cellular respiration?

What is the role of

\text{N}\text{A}{\text{D}}^{+}

in cellular respiration?

Options

AIt is a nucleotide source for ATP synthesis.
BIt functions as an electron carrier.
CIt functions as an enzyme.
DIt is the final electron acceptor for anaerobic respiration.

Correct answer

B. It functions as an electron carrier.

Step-by-step solution

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide is a coenzyme found in all living cells, and it's required for the fundamental biological processes that make life possible. It functions as an electron carrier.

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