Where are the electron transport chains of cellular respiration located?
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The question is asking about the specific location of the electron transport chains involved in cellular respiration, which is a key process in energy production within cells.
Answer
The inner mitochondrial membrane.
The electron transport chain is located in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
Answer for screen readers
The electron transport chain is located in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
More Information
The inner mitochondrial membrane, also known as the cristae membrane, has numerous proteins and molecules essential for energy production in cells.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the location of electron transport chains with where other cellular processes occur, such as glycolysis, which takes place in the cytoplasm.
Sources
- Electron Transport Chain | Biology for Majors I - courses.lumenlearning.com
- Biochemistry, Electron Transport Chain - StatPearls - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- The Electron Transport Chain - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
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