MDCAT Biology MCQ #630

A patient with a mitochondrial disorder has impaired energy production. Which process is most affected?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #630

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient with a mitochondrial disorder has impaired energy production. Which process is most affected?

    • A) Glycolysis
    • B) Pyruvate oxidation
    • C) Krebs cycle
    • D) Electron transport chain

    Answer: Electron transport chain

    Explanation: Electron transport chain: generates most ATP in mitochondria, unlike glycolysis.