1. What are mitochondria?
Mitochondria are membrane-bound organelles present in the cytoplasm of all eukaryotic cells. They are responsible for producing Adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the main energy currency of the cell.
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2. Why are mitochondria called the powerhouse of the
Mitochondria are the cell organelles that ar responsible for producing ATP, the energy currency of the
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3. Briefly describe the structure of mitochondria.
Mitochondria is a rod-shaped, double membraned organelle. It is found both in plant cells and animal cells.
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4. What are cristae?
The inner membrane of mitochondria has many folds. These folds form a layere structure called cristae.
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5. What is a mitochondrial matrix?
A mitochondrial matrix is a viscous fluid containing a mixture of enzymes, ribosomes, inorganic ions, mitochondrial DNA, nucleotide cofactors, and organic molecules.
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6. What are the functions of Mitochondria?
Mitochondria’s primary function is to produce energy through the process of oxidative phosphorylation. Besides this, it is responsible for regulating the metabolic activity of the cell. It also promotes cell multiplication and cell growth. Mitochondria also detox ammonia in the liver cells. Moreover, it plays an important role in apoptosis or programmed cell death.
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7. State a few mitochondrial disorders.
Alpers disease, Barth syndrome, Kearns-Sayre syndrome.
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