AIPMT PRELIMS2007Botany-Metabolism
AIPMT PRELIMS 2007 Botany TCA Cycle MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
All enzymes of TCA cycle are located in the mitochondrial matrix except one which is located in inner mitochondrial membranes in eukaryotes and in cytosol in prokaryotes. This enzyme is
A
isocitrate dehydrogenase
B
malate dehydrogenase
C
succinate dehydrogenase
D
lactate dehydrogenase.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Succinate dehydrogenase is the only enzyme of the TCA cycle located in the inner mitochondrial membrane, participating in both the TCA cycle and the electron transport chain.
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