Botany-Electron Transport Chain

NEET Botany Electron Transport Chain MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11

A diagram of the electron transport chain within the mitochondria shows various complexes and electron carriers. Which complex is primarily responsible for receiving electrons from both NADH and FADH2?

Question diagram
A

Complex I (NADH dehydrogenase)

B

Complex II (Succinate dehydrogenase)

C

Complex III (Cytochrome bc1 complex)

D

Complex IV (Cytochrome c oxidase)

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Complex II receives electrons from FADH2, which is generated during the oxidation of succinate in the citric acid cycle, while Complex I receives electrons from NADH.

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