In which of the following cellular compartment(s) do respiratory reactions occur ?
A
Cytoplasm and endoplasmic
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B
Mitochondria and Golgi complex
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C
Mitochondria and cytoplasm
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D
Mitochondria only
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Solution
The correct option is C Mitochondria and cytoplasm Glycolysis, Krebs cycle and electron transport chain are three phases of cellular respiration. Glycolysis is the first phase of the respiratory reaction. It takes place in the cytoplasm. Krebs cycle is the second phase of the respiratory reaction. It takes place in the matrix of mitochondria. The last phase of the respiratory reaction, electron transport chain takes place in the inner membrane of the mitochondria.