Mitchocondria

Question 1

Function of the mitochondria?

Answer 1

• Involved in respiration.
• responsible for the production of he energy carrier molecule (ATP).

Question 2

What’s the function of the double membrane?

Answer 2

• Outer controls flow of materials in/out.

Question 3

What’s the function of cristae?

Answer 3

• Extensions of the inner membrane.
• increased SA (surface area) for attachment of enzymes.

Question 4

What’s the function of the matrix?

Answer 4

• Semi rigid.
• contains proteins, lipids and traces of DNA.
• The active site of the Krebs cycle.