Question

define cristae


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Answer 1

Explanation:

Cristae are sub compartments of the inner membrane of mitochondria and are essential to mitochondrial function.

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Answer 2

Answer

The compartments found inside the mitochondrial membrane anda involved in performing an important function are known as Cristae.

Function of Cristae

As mitochondria is known as powerhouse of the cell so cristae provides a large surface area inside the mitochondrial surface. They help in in providing sufficient space for synthesis of ATP.

The Cristae is composed of Cristae junctions.

Fact :

The human heart contains large number of cristae in their mitochondria.

The only reason is large requirement of ATP by our heart in order to function properly and pump blood throughout the body parts across every cells and organs.

• Cristae plays an important role in respiration. They are composed of large amount of proteins.
• Mitochondria is known as powerhouse of the cell.