A major function of the mitochondrial inner membrane is the conversion of energy from electrons to the stored energy of the phosphate bond in ATP. To accomplish this function, the inner mitochondrial membrane must have all of the following features except
a. carrier proteins to accept electrons from NADH.
b. integral, transverse ATP synthase.
c. proton pumps embedded in the membrane.
d. the electron transport chain of proteins.
e. high permeability to protons.