The inner folds of a mitochondria are called the cristae. The cristae is folded in order to maximize the space within the mitochondria in order to increase surface area. By doing so, aerobic respiration requires less ATP to function, and thus, makes the process more efficient
Cristae (singular; crista)
I think you are referring to the cristae. These are the folded parts of the inner membrane. The purpose is to increase surface area of the inner membrane against the matrix. The membrane is the site of the energy transfer in the mitochondria, so having more surface area is a plus.
This description matches the structure of mitochondria. The outer membrane of mitochondria surrounds the organelle, while the inner membrane is folded into numerous layers called cristae, which help increase the surface area for energy production through oxidative phosphorylation.
Foldings increases surface area.So respiration can be done efficiently.
Mitochondria
The mitochondria
Cristae (singular; crista)
The inner folds of a mitochondria are called the cristae. The cristae is folded in order to maximize the space within the mitochondria in order to increase surface area. By doing so, aerobic respiration requires less ATP to function, and thus, makes the process more efficient
so there is more area for the production of ATP
Cristae (singular; crista)
I think you are referring to the cristae. These are the folded parts of the inner membrane. The purpose is to increase surface area of the inner membrane against the matrix. The membrane is the site of the energy transfer in the mitochondria, so having more surface area is a plus.
The organelle that contains a smooth outer membrane and a folded inner membrane in a cell is the mitochondrion. Mitochondria are responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP through a process called cellular respiration.
Mitochondria looks like a bean. Inside it is folded into small open sections. See the link below for a picture:
This description matches the structure of mitochondria. The outer membrane of mitochondria surrounds the organelle, while the inner membrane is folded into numerous layers called cristae, which help increase the surface area for energy production through oxidative phosphorylation.
Foldings increases surface area.So respiration can be done efficiently.
The inner membrane folds in a mitochondrion are called cristae.