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Biology Question on Cell: the unit of life

The infoldings in mitochondria are known as:

A

Cristae

B

Matrix

C

Cistermae

D

Thylakoids

Answer

Cristae

Explanation

Solution

The inner mitochondrial membrane is semipermeable and regulates the passage of materials into and out of the mitochondria. It usually produces numerous infolds called cristae. The cristae extend inward to varying degrees and may fuse with those from the opposite side, dividing the mitochondria into compartments.