D6 mitochondria Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of a Mitochondria?
A
The mitochondria is a cylindrical shaped organelle between 1-10mM in diameter.
It has an outer layer which features a double membrane seperated by a fluid filled space.
The inner membrane is folded and called Cristae, which have stalked particles on their surface.
The mitochondria has a jelly like matrix which contains a number of compounds including small (70s) ribosomes, protiens, lipids and a circular strand of DNA
2
Q
What is the function of the mitochondria?
A
- The primary role of the mitochondria is to generate the energy currency of the cell, by converting ADP to ATP via phosphorylation in the stalked particles found on the surface of the Cristae
- It is the site of aerobic respiration.
3
Q
Which type of cell would you expect to see alot of mitochondria
A
Muscle cells
4
Q
Why
A
Needs more energy
