Mitochondrial Cytopathy
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Which organelle is responsible for the deficient energy production in mitochondrial cytopathy?

  • Lysosome
  • Mitochondria (correct)
  • Endoplasmic reticulum
  • Golgi apparatus
  • What is the main function of mitochondria in the body?

  • Produce red blood cells
  • Generate energy (correct)
  • Transport nutrients
  • Eliminate waste
  • Which membrane of the mitochondrion holds the electrochemical gradient?

  • Intermembrane space
  • Inner mitochondrial membrane (correct)
  • Matrix
  • Outer mitochondrial membrane
  • Where are most of the electron transport chain proteins embedded?

    <p>Inner mitochondrial membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compartment of the mitochondrion contains numerous transport channels?

    <p>Outer mitochondrial membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are hundreds of mitochondrial enzymes located?

    <p>Matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called where energy is transformed into ATP in the presence of oxygen?

    <p>Oxidative phosphorylation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ systems can be affected by disorders of oxidative phosphorylation?

    <p>Nervous and endocrine systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for the clinical features of mitochondrial cytopathy?

    <p>Deficient energy production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age groups can mitochondrial cytopathy occur in?

    <p>All age groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

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