Chapter 12, Problem 12.26EP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To determine the meaning of each letter in ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$.

Concept introduction: Coenzymes are non-protein organic compounds that are used along with the enzymes and help to carry forward the reaction. Coenzymes cannot perform on their own alone.${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is also an example of the coenzyme.

${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is employed in various metabolic reactions. It also acts as an oxidizing agent in various reactions like oxidation of secondary alcohol into a ketone.