Question

question 7. of the features listed below, which is the one that would not be consistent with a functioning respiratory system? using water as a terminal electron acceptor. the presence of a proton pumping mechanism. having electron transfer components ordered from more negative to more positive reduction potential. the presence of an atpase (atp synthase). supplying some sort of electron source.

Explanation:

In a functioning respiratory system, water is a product (not a terminal electron acceptor in the context of the overall respiratory - electron - transfer process). Electron transfer components are arranged by reduction potential, a proton - pumping mechanism is crucial for ATP synthesis, an ATPase (ATP synthase) is involved in making ATP, and an electron source is required.

Answer:

Using water as a terminal electron acceptor