General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry: Structures of Life (5th Edition)

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Chapter 23 - Metabolism and Energy Production - Clinical Update - Clinical Applications - Page 855: 23.47

Answer

Fluctuations of oxygen levels will affect the levels of ATP because electron transport requires oxygen. A low oxygen level, therefore, will decrease electron transport and subsequently, the formation of ATP.

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Fluctuations of oxygen levels will affect the levels of ATP because electron transport requires oxygen. A low oxygen level, therefore, will decrease electron transport and subsequently, the formation of ATP.
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