NADH is oxidised to NAD+rather slowly in fermentation, however the reaction is very vigorous in case of aerobic respiration.
NADH Oxidation: Fermentation vs Aerobic Respiration Fermentation (Anaerobic) Final electron acceptor: Organic molecules (e.g., pyruvate) Oxidation of NADH is slow Less energy released (ΔG less negative) ~0 ATP produced directly from NADH Occurs in cytoplasm Aerobic Respiration Final electron acceptor: Oxygen (O₂) Oxidation of NADH is vigorous and fast Large energy release (ΔG highly negative) […]