The Double Mitochondrial Membrane Allows the Generation of Potential Energy

Multiple Choice

The double mitochondrial membrane allows the generation of potential energy because the

A) composition and chemical structure of the inner and outer membranes are very similar.
B) inner membrane is highly permeable to most substances allowing ions to flow into the matrix.
C) inner membrane is highly impermeable not allowing passage of ions and molecules.
D) outer membrane is highly impermeable not allowing passage of ions and molecules.
E) outer membrane is highly impermeable allowing H⁺ ions to accumulate on the inner surface of the inner mitochondrial membrane.