Question

state the functions of mitochondria.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Function. The most prominent roles of mitochondria are to produce the energy currency of the cell, ATP (i.e., phosphorylation of ADP), through respiration and to regulate cellular metabolism. The central set of reactions involved in ATP production are collectively known as the citric acid cycle, or the Krebs cycle.

Answer 2

Answer:

Mitochondria :

• It is a membrane bound cell organelle.

• It is covered by two membranes - outer membrane and inner membrane.

• The inner membrane is folded - these folds are called cristae extending into the matrix, thus increasing the surface area.

Functions :

• Production of energy

Mitochondria is called as "power house of the cell" as it produces the energy required for cellular functions.

• Synthesis of ATP

The Electron Transport Chain (ETC) present in the mitochondria is responsible for the synthesis of ATP.

• Initiation of apoptosis

Mitochondria plays an important role in regulating cell death. (Apoptosis is the programmed cell death.)

• Storage of Calcium

• Detoxification of ammonia in liver.