MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -To increase the capacity of the mitochondrion to synthesize ATP, the inner membrane is folded to form cristae. These folds allow a much greater amount of electron transport chain enzymes and ATP synthase to be packed into the mitochondrion.

Detailed explanation-2: -The cristae membrane: Increases the surface area of the inner mitochondrial membrane. Increases each mitochondrion’s capacity to produce ATP.

Detailed explanation-3: -Mitochondrial cristae are the folds within the inner mitochondrial membrane. These folds allow for increased surface area in which chemical reactions, such as the redox reactions, can take place.