mitochondria

• What are the major components of a mitochondrion?

  • Mitochondrial DNA
  • Ribosomes
  • Matrix
  • ATP synthase
  • Granules
  • Porins
  • Intermembrane space
  • Inner membrane
  • Outer membrane

  
• What is the primary function of mitochondria?

  Generate ATP through cellular respiration
• What are the key features of mitochondria?

  Outer membrane, inner membrane, matrix
• Why is the inner membrane of mitochondria folded?

  To increase surface area for ATP production
• What is the matrix in mitochondria?

  Fluid-filled space with enzymes and DNA
• What is the primary function of the cristae in mitochondria?

  Increase surface area for ATP production
• What is the intermembrane space in mitochondria?

  Region between outer and inner membranes
• Why is the inner membrane of mitochondria folded into cristae?

  To increase surface area for ATP production