Overview
Mitochondria are essential organelles found in nearly all eukaryotic cells, often referred to as the powerhouses of the cell due to their role in producing ATP through cellular respiration. They have a unique double-membrane structure, with the inner membrane folded into cristae, which increases the...
Key Terms
Example: Cells use ATP to perform work, like muscle contraction.
Example: Cellular respiration occurs in mitochondria.
Example: The Krebs cycle produces electron carriers for the electron transport chain.
Example: The electron transport chain is located in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
Example: Cristae are where the electron transport chain is located.
Example: The matrix is where pyruvate is converted into acetyl-CoA.
Related Topics
Cellular Respiration
The process by which cells convert glucose into energy, involving glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.
intermediateMetabolism
The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms, including catabolism and anabolism.
intermediateGenetics
The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms, including mitochondrial inheritance.
advancedKey Concepts
ATP productionCellular respirationMitochondrial structureEnergy metabolism