Discuss role of mitochondria in respiration.
Describe briefly.
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Answer:
The most important function of mitochondria is to produce energy through the process of oxidative phosphorylation. It is also involved in the following process:
Regulates the metabolic activity of the cell
Promotes the growth of new cells and cell multiplication
Helps in detoxifying ammonia in the liver cells
Plays an important role in apoptosis or programmed cell death
Responsible for building certain parts of the blood and various hormones like testosterone and oestrogen
Helps in maintaining an adequate concentration of calcium ions within the compartments of the cell
It is also involved in various cellular activities like cellular differentiation, cell signalling, cell senescence, controlling the cell cycle and also in cell growth.
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Explanation:
Mitochondria;
Mitochondria are large granular or filamentous organelles that are distributed throughout the cytoplasm of animal and plant cells.
Each mitochondrion is constructed of an outer enclosing membrane and an inner membrane with elaborate folds or cristae that extend into the interior of the organelle.
Role of Mitochondria:
Mitochondria play a part in cellular respiration by transferring the energy of the organic molecules to the chemical bonds of ATP.
A large battery of enzymes and coenzymes slowly release energy from the glucose molecules.
Thus mitochondria are 'power houses' that produce energy necessary for many cellular functions.
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