Mitochondria Flashcards
what is the structure of the mitochondrial genome
circular, prokaryotic,
how many protein coding genese are in the mitcohondria, what are they mainly for
60 protein coding genes, protein synthesis and respiratory functions
how many copies of the genome are there for mitochondria
multiple copies of the gene per mitochondria (polyploid)
are there any repeats in the mitochondrial genome
yes, the genome includes direct repeats and unique regions in the genome
how are proteins translocated into the mitochondria
proteins are encoded by nuclear genes and are imported post-translationally.
in what state are proteins imported
they are imported in an unfolded state
what do chaperone proteins do
they help to maintain the unfolded state of proteins and assist in translocation
mitochondria have how many genes (non-coding)
2000 to 3000
where do proteins pass through
the inner and outer membrane
there are distinct mitochondria in the shoot [blank]
apical meristem
how to increase surface area in the inner membrane
folded into cristae to increase SA for ATP production
mitochondria generate ATP via
oxidative phosphorylation
how does the mitochondria interact with the nucleus
wrap around it in interphase and dividing cells to optimize energy supply
