Nad (Noun)
Meaning
A coenzyme present in most living cells and derived from the B vitamin nicotinic acid; serves as a reductant in various metabolic processes.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The enzyme uses NAD as a coenzyme to catalyze the oxidation of lactate to pyruvate.
- NAD plays a crucial role in glycolysis, facilitating the transfer of electrons during the breakdown of glucose.
- In the mitochondria, NAD is an essential electron carrier in the electron transport chain.
- During fermentation, yeast uses NAD to regenerate NADH, allowing the process to continue.
- The reduced form of NAD, NADH, is an important electron donor in various cellular redox reactions.