Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Electron Transport Chain

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Electron Transport Chain

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Where are the complexes of the electron transport chain located?

In the outer mitochondrial membrane

In the cytoplasm

In the mitochondrial matrix

In the inner mitochondrial membrane

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Understand the structure of the mitochondrion: The mitochondrion has several compartments, including the outer membrane, inner membrane, intermembrane space, and the matrix.

Learn about the electron transport chain (ETC): The ETC is a series of protein complexes and other molecules that transfer electrons through a membrane within mitochondria to form a gradient of protons that drives the synthesis of ATP.

Identify the location of the ETC: The complexes of the electron transport chain are embedded in the inner mitochondrial membrane. This location is crucial for the function of the ETC as it allows the creation of a proton gradient across the membrane.

Explore the function of the inner mitochondrial membrane: The inner membrane is impermeable to ions, which is essential for maintaining the proton gradient necessary for ATP synthesis.

Review the role of the mitochondrial matrix: While the matrix is involved in other metabolic processes, such as the citric acid cycle, the electron transport chain complexes are not located here.