During cell signaling events that increase cytosolic calcium concentrations, Ca2+ enters the mitochondria via Ca2+ channels in

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During cell signaling events that increase cytosolic calcium concentrations, Ca2+ enters the mitochondria via Ca2+ channels in the inner membrane.
(a) Explain why it is necessary for these channels to be highly specific for Ca2+.
(b) How would increased matrix [Ca2+] affect oxidative phosphorylation?
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Fundamentals of biochemistry Life at the Molecular Level

ISBN: 978-0470547847

4th edition

Authors: Donald Voet, Judith G. Voet, Charlotte W. Pratt

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