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7 September, 07:13

A group of mutations, known as MT-ND1

MT-ND1

, have been identified in mitochondrial DNA

DNA

. These mutations are associated with a number of debilitating diseases stemming from the production of nonfunctional proteins in the mitochondria.

Which of the following cellular deficiencies would most likely be related to these MT-ND1

MT-ND1

mutations?

The cell is unable to synthesize most proteins required for normal cell functions.

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A

The cell is unable to break down toxic materials and would accumulate large volumes of these materials.

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B

The cell is able to synthesize proteins, but the proteins would not fold properly and would not contain the correct molecular tags for export from the cell.

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C

The cell is unable to complete reactions related to electron transport and ATP

ATP

production

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  1. 7 September, 07:27
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    The cell is unable to complete reactions related to electron transport and ATP

    ATP production.
  2. 7 September, 07:37
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    The correct answer is D).

    Explanation:

    The electron transport chain and ATP production are associated with proteins in the inner membrane of the mitochondrion.

    Nonfunctional proteins in the mitochondrion are likely to result in reduced ATP production.
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