What energy source other than ATP hydrolysis do mitochondria, unlike most other organelles, routinely use to power their activities?

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Mitochondria use the proton-motive force to power their activities, which is generated by the electron transport chain during oxidative phosphorylation. This is unique to mitochondria and not seen in most other organelles. ATP hydrolysis is used by all cells as an energy source, but it is not specific to mitochondria. The other options (C, D, and E) are not valid energy sources used by mitochondria.

What Energy Source Other Than ATP Hydrolysis Do Mitochondria, Unlike