Which of the following reactions is possible by reverse electron flow?
A) reduction of Fe3+ to Fe2+
B) NADP+ reduction to NADPH
C) protein biosynthesis
D) reduction of oxygen by Fe2+ to form H₂O and Fe3+
E) anammox

Question

Which of the following reactions is possible by reverse electron flow?
A) reduction of Fe3+ to Fe2+
B) NADP+ reduction to NADPH
C) protein biosynthesis
D) reduction of oxygen by Fe2+ to form H₂O and Fe3+
E) anammox

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Reverse electron flow is a process used by some microorganisms to generate reducing power in the form of NADPH, which is necessary for biosynthetic reactions, including the reduction of NADP+ to NADPH.

Which of the Following Reactions Is Possible by Reverse Electron