Botany-Electron Transport Chain

NEET Botany Electron Transport Chain MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

In a diagram of the electron transport chain within the inner mitochondrial membrane, which complex is responsible for the oxidation of reduced ubiquinone (ubiquinol) and the subsequent transfer of electrons to cytochrome c?

Question diagram
A

Complex I

B

Complex II

C

Complex III

D

Complex IV

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Complex III, known as the cytochrome bc1 complex, is responsible for the oxidation of reduced ubiquinone and the transfer of electrons to cytochrome c, as stated in the NCERT context.

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