Which Process Might Be Affected by the Mutation of a Transmembrane

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which process might be affected by the mutation of a transmembrane protein in the mitochondrial membrane?  

• A) establishment of hydrogen ion gradient
• B) reduction of coenzyme NADH
• C) reduction of coenzyme FADH₂
• D) glucose transport into the mitochondrion
• E) transfer of acetyl CoA into the mitochondrion

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Definitions:

Transitivity

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