MDCAT Biology MCQ #642

What is the purpose of the electron transport chain in the mitochondria?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #642

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the purpose of the electron transport chain in the mitochondria?

    • A) To generate ATP through substrate-level phosphorylation
    • B) To produce NADH and FADH2 for the citric acid cycle
    • C) To drive the synthesis of ATP through chemiosmosis
    • D) To facilitate glycolysis

    Answer: To drive the synthesis of ATP through chemiosmosis

    Explanation: Electron transport chain: drives ATP synthesis, unlike glycolysis.