Betty biochemist had unusual mitochondria. her mitochondria oxidized nadh regardless of whether adp was present or not. the ratio of phosphate to oxygen during oxidative phosphorylation by these mitochondria was less than normal. what are her likely symptoms?

Her symptoms will include the following:

1. She will not be able to exercise for a long period of time.

2. Her metabolic rate will be very high.

3. She will be experiencing hotness in the body

4. She will always be tired

5. She will sweat excessively

The medical condition that Betty is experiencing is called Luft syndrome; it occurs as a result of uncoupling of mitochondria respiration in skeletal muscles.