Where does the molecular mechanism of oxidative phosphorylation take place?
Correct answer: B. Mitochondria
- A. Cytosol
- B. Mitochondria
- C. Nucleus
- D. All of these
Explanation
Mitochondria is the only place where ATP can be synthesized as the compartmentalization within the mitochondria provides an efficient and regulated environment for ATP synthesis and efficient energy production.
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