Mitochondria Flashcards
1
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What are mitochondria
A
The site of aerobic respiration within eukaryotic cells, mitochondria are just visible with a light microscope
2
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What are mitochondria surrounded by
A
Surrounded by double-membrane
3
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Why is the inner membrane folded
A
cristae
4
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What is the cristae and what does it do
A
Mitochondrial cristae are the folds within the inner mitochondrial membrane. These folds allow for increased surface area in which chemical reactions, such as the redox reactions, can take place.
5
Q
The matrix formed by the cristae contains
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enzymes needed for aerobic respiration, producing ATP
6
Q
Small circular pieces of ……. (mitochondrial ……) and …….. are also found in the matrix (needed for ……….)
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DNA
Ribosomes
replication
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