Cyanide binds with at least one protein complex involved in producing ATP. If a cell is exposed to cyanide, most of the bound cyanide is likely to be localized within which of the following organelles?
A) mitochondria
B) peroxisomes
C) lysosomes
D) smooth endoplasmic reticulum

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Cyanide inhibits the cytochrome c oxidase complex (Complex IV) in the electron transport chain within mitochondria, preventing ATP production.

Cyanide Binds with at Least One Protein Complex Involved in Producing