INTRODUCTION TO MICROSCOPY CELL BIOLOGY
MITOCHONDRIA
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following parts of the mitochondria is wrinkled with lots of folds?
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None of the above
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Intermembane Space
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Outer Membrane
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Inner Membrane
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The inner membrane of the mitochondrion folds inwards, forming the cristae . This folding allows a greater amount of membrane to be packed into the mitochondrion.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is also the site of the electron transport chain (aerobic respiration). So, the correct answer is ‘Cristae’.
Detailed explanation-3: -These folds are called ‘cristae’.
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