Question

Why is the inner membrane of Mitochondria deeply folded?

Answer 1

Mitochondria:

1. It is a cell organelle present in eukaryotic cells.
2. They are the sites of aerobic respiration.

Explanation:

1. An exterior membrane and an inner membrane make up the double membrane-bound structure known as the mitochondria.
2. The membrane's outside is largely smooth.
3. Cristae, or extremely convoluted folds, are formed in the inner membrane.
4. The surface area of the inner membrane is considerably increased by the cristae.
5. ATP synthase is an enzyme complex found in the inner membrane that produces ATP.
6. To enhance the surface area, the mitochondria's inner membrane is severely folded.