Which of the following observations most strongly support the view that mitochondria contain transport enzymes aggregated into compact association ?

Options

A. A contractile protein capable of utilizing ATP has been obtained from mitochondria
B. Mitochondria have highly folded inner wall
C. Disruption of mitochondria yields membrane fragments which are able to synthesize ATP
D. Mitochondria in animal embryos have a tendency to concentrate in cells which are to become part of locomotory structures

Answer

C

Explanation

The elements move across the complexes of located on the inner membrane of mitochondria release enough energy that is trapped to synthesize ATP. This is called oxidative phosphorylation.