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Inner mitochondrial membrane has a number of infoldings called

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Cristae
  • Inner mitochondrial membrane has a number of infoldings called cristae.
  • The inner membrane of the mitochondria contains various inner folds which increase the surface area several times for supporting the reaction of cellular aerobic respiration.
  • These folds are called cristae.

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