Question

Are cristae found in mitochondria?

Answer 1

Cristae:

1. Cristae are infoldings that are found in the inner membrane of mitochondria.
2. It is derived from the Latin word crest or plume.
3. Mitochondria is a double membrane-bound organelle present in almost all eukaryotes. It is known as the ‘powerhouse of the cell’.
4. Cristae increase the surface area. They also possess ‘oxysomes’ that play an essential role in ATP synthesis.