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Describe the general characteristics of flavoproteins
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- they contain a modified vitamin B2 or riboflavin
- nucleic acid derivatives
- > either flavin adenine dinucleotide(FAD) or flavin mononucleotide(FMN)
-note they are located in the mitochondria and chloroplasts as electron carriers
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What are the functions of flavoproteins
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- function as coenzymes for enzymes in the oxidation of fatty acids
- decarboxylation of pyruvate
- reduction of glutathione
MCAT Biochemistry
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Chapter 2.18
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Chapter 3.25
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Chapter 3.319
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Chapter 5.111
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Chapter 6.110
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Chapter 7.310
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Chapter 9.15
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Chapter 9.213
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Chapter 9.33
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Chapter 12.12
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Chapter 12.49
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Chapter 10.16
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Chapter 10.212
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Chapter 10.310
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Chapter 8.15
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Chapter 8.212
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