MDCAT Biology MCQ #236

In the mitochondrial electron transport chain, which specific component acts as the final carrier, transferring electrons to the terminal electron acceptor, oxygen?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #236

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In the mitochondrial electron transport chain, which specific component acts as the final carrier, transferring electrons to the terminal electron acceptor, oxygen?

    • A) Cytochrome b
    • B) Cytochrome a3
    • C) Ubiquinone
    • D) Cytochrome c

    Answer: Cytochrome a3

    Explanation: Cytochrome a3 transfers electrons to oxygen. Option A is incorrect because Cytochrome b-c1 occurs earlier in the electron transport chain.