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Yes. Neurons need to contain mitochondria in order to produce enough ATP molecules to open and close the sodium/potassium channels at the axon. It also needs ATP to undergo exocytosis and endocytosis which forms vesicles containing neurotransmitters.

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Does the head of the sperm contain mitochondria?

No,head contain nucleus and lysosome.The mid part contain mitochondria.


What is mitochondria and synaptic vesicles?

Mitochondria are double-membraned organelles that generate energy in the form of ATP for the cell. Synaptic vesicles are small vesicles in nerve terminals that store and release neurotransmitters, allowing for communication between neurons at synapses.


In which type of cell would mitochondria be most numerous?

Mitochondria would be most numerous in highly active cells that require significant energy, such as muscle cells, particularly cardiac muscle cells. These cells rely on aerobic respiration to meet their energy demands during contraction. Additionally, neurons in the brain also contain numerous mitochondria to support their high metabolic activity.


Which animal cells contain the most mitochondria?

we


In what ways are neurons similar to other cells?

Neurons vs. Other Cells Similarities with other cells:Neurons and other body cells both contain a nucleus that holds genetic information.Neurons and other body cells are surrounded by a membrane that protects the cell.The cell bodies of both cell types contain organelles that support the life of the cell, including mitochondria, Golgi bodies, and cytoplasm.Differences that make neurons unique:Unlike other body cells, neurons stop reproducing shortly after birth. Because of this, some parts of the brain have more neurons at birth than later in life because neurons die but are not replaced. While neurons do not reproduce, research has shown that new connections between neurons form throughout life.Neurons have a membrane that is designed to sends information to other cells. The axon and dendrites are specialized structures designed to transmit and receive information. The connections between cells are known as a synapses. Neurons release chemicals known as neurotransmitters into these synapses to communicate with other neurons.

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Do mitochondria contain proteins?

Yes, mitochondria contain proteins.


What do chloroplasts contain that a mitochondria does not?

chlorplast contain thylakoids unlike mitochondria


Does the head of the sperm contain mitochondria?

No,head contain nucleus and lysosome.The mid part contain mitochondria.


What cells in your body contain a large amount of mitochondria?

Mitochondria


Does mitochondria have bacteria in it?

Mitochondria are evolved from bacteria.They do not contain bacteria.


What is mitochondria and synaptic vesicles?

Mitochondria are double-membraned organelles that generate energy in the form of ATP for the cell. Synaptic vesicles are small vesicles in nerve terminals that store and release neurotransmitters, allowing for communication between neurons at synapses.


What do vesicles in neurons contain?

water


Do chromosomes contain mitochondria that determine which trait an organism will have?

No, chromosomes do not contain mitochondria. Mitochondria have their own DNA, separate from the DNA in the cell's nucleus. Traits are determined by the combination of genes on chromosomes, not by mitochondria.


Does mitochondria contain a membrane?

Mitochondria are surrounded by membrane.Mitochondria have two membranes.


Do mitochondria and chloroplasts contain DNA?

yes. mitochondria, and chloroplast all contain DNA. They have circular DNA.They can replicate themselves


A cell that requires a lot of energy might contain large numbers of what organelle?

Mitochondria, as they are responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration. Cells that require a lot of energy, such as muscle cells or neurons, will have higher concentrations of mitochondria to meet their energy demands.


Does mitochondria contain hemoglobin?

No they do not contain.red blood cells even lack mitochondria