A bacterial electron transport system (ETS) is depicted.If the quinone pool were artificially depleted,what are the expected consequences?

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A bacterial electron transport system (ETS)is depicted.If the quinone pool were artificially depleted,what are the expected consequences?

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If the quinone pool is artificially depleted, the electron transport system cannot function properly and there will be a buildup of NADH. This buildup will cause a decrease in H₂ O production as the electron transport system relies on the quinone pool to create a proton gradient that drives ATP synthesis via ATP synthase. If there is no quinone pool, there is no proton gradient and therefore, no ATP synthesis.

A Bacterial Electron Transport System (ETS)is Depicted