WHAT IS LIFE? GDE.TO BIOLOGY W/PHYSIO.
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How a structural feature of mitochondria helps them produce ATP.
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Mitochondria produce ATP through the electron transport chain.
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- Find the cause of the inference that the existence of many mitochondria increases the cell's energy needs.arrow_forwardContrast the functions of mitochondria and chloroplasts, and discuss ATP synthesis by each of these organelles.arrow_forwardMitochondria are bounded by a double membrane. The inner filled space is called the matrix, which contains _____ that break down carbohydrate products, releasing _____ to be used for ATP production.arrow_forward
- Explain the different parts to the mitochondriaarrow_forwardDescribe what happens to a cell’s ability to produce ATP when oxygen is not availablearrow_forwardThe inner membrane of the mitochondria has folds called the cristae. How would the function of the mitochondria be different if the inner membrane were not foldedarrow_forward
- What is the function of the mitochondria? What is the relationship between ATP and ADP? Why is ATP so important in biological systems?arrow_forwardDescribe the main functions of the different components of the ATP synthase enzyme in the mitochondrion. A structurally similar enzyme is responsible for the acidification of lysosomes and endosomes. Given what you know about the mechanism of ATP synthesis, explain how this acidification might occur.arrow_forwardOutline the structures and general functions of mitochondria andchloroplasts.arrow_forward
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