Question

Do bacteria have mitochondria?

Answer 1

Mitochondria:

1. Mitochondria is a membrane-bound organelle found in the cytoplasm of all eukaryotic cells.
2. These are double-membrane structures with an inner and outer membrane separated by intermembrane space and several folds called cristae consisting of the matrix.
3. It also has its own genetic material which is a small double-stranded circular DNA.
4. Mitochondria are the most important organelles as they are responsible for cellular respiration, generating energy for the cell's activities.

Bacteria:

1. These are simple unicellular organisms that lack a well-defined nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
2. Bacteria and archaea belong to prokaryotes.
3. Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, Lactobacillus, etc are some examples of bacteria.
4. Bacteria do not have mitochondria.
5. Bacteria and archaea lack any membrane-bound organelles.