Q33 / 180 · NEET 2015 (Phase 1) · Botany

Cytochromes are found in:

  • A
    Matrix of mitochondria
  • B
    Outer wall of mitochondria
  • Correct answer
    C
    Cristae of mitochondria
  • D
    Lysosomes

Solution

Cytochromes are the iron-containing electron acceptors, which are present on the inner mitochondrial membrane, called cristae, helpful in ETS. They are miniature biochemical factories where foodstuff is oxidised to CO2 and H2O.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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