What is the significance of quinone compounds in biological processes?

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Topic
Quinone compounds are widely distributed in nature and play crucial roles in various metabolic pathways, including photosynthesis and respiration.
Answer
Quinone compounds participate in biological redox processes and can undergo non-enzymatic one-electron reduction to produce reactive oxygen species (ROS). They are involved in primary metabolic processes such as electron transfer and are essential in natural products like ubiquinones and doxorubicin. Their ability to generate ROS also makes them of interest for pharmacological applications, including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.
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