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Electron carriers that transport energy to the ETC.

One 6-carbon glucose molecule is broken down into two 3-carbon molecules of pyruvate. Oxygen required? No (Anaerobic). Net Yield: 2 ATP and 2 NADH. 2. The Link Reaction (Pyruvate Oxidation) Location: Mitochondrial Matrix Process: Pyruvate is converted into Acetyl-CoA. Waste Product: Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is released here. 3. The Krebs Cycle (Citric Acid Cycle) Location: Mitochondrial Matrix Process: Acetyl-CoA undergoes a series of redox reactions.

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The "powerhouse" of the cell where most ATP is generated. Oxidation: The loss of electrons. Reduction: The gain of electrons. 📥 Why Keep a Cellular Respiration PDF?