Answer to Question #43285 in Biology for dinisha

Question

cyanide binds with at least one of the molecules involved in the production of ATP. Following exposure of cell to cyanide, most of the cyanide could be expected to be found within the:
A. mitochondria
B. ribosomes
C. peroxisomes
D. lysosomes
E. endoplasmic reticulum

Answer 1

Cyanide binds to the component of IV complex (cytochrome c oxidase) of the electron-transport chain. These proteins are
localized in internal membrane of mitochondria. Thus, the correct answer is A