Mitochondria Flashcards
1
Q
What are mitochondria the site of
A
They are the site of the final stages of respiration
2
Q
Why does the amount of mitochondria in a cell differ.
A
The amount is generally a reflection of the amount of energy it uses, so very active cells usually have a lot of mitochondria.
3
Q
What does the membrane forming the cristae contain
A
It contains enzymes used in aerobic respiration. Mitochondria also contain a small amount of DNA, called mitochondrial (mt) DNA. Mitochondria can produce their own enzymes and reproduce themselves.
