Q15
ATP is injected in cyanide poisoning because it is
A.
Necessary for cellular functions
AnswerB.
Necessary for Na+- K+ pump
C.
Na+- K+ pump operates at the cell membranes
D.
ATP breaks down cyanide
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
ATP is injected in cyanide poisoning because it is necessary for cellular functions.Plants have an alternative electron transfer pathway available that passes electrons directly from ubiquinone to O2, which confers cyanide resistance by bypassing COX.
ATP is the power currency of a cell and it is injected in cyanide poisoning as it breaks down cyanide, necessary for the proper functioning of the cell.