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Mention the functions of cristae in mitochondria.

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●The inner membrane of mitochondria is folded to form cristae.
●These cristae increase the surface area which allows efficient oxidation of carbohydrate to release energy.
●A small ball-like structure is present on the cristae, known as oxysomes which are rich in enzymes and help in ATP synthesis.

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