7 Questions
What is the main function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?
To produce ATP
How do proteins enter mitochondria?
Through translocator complexes
How are matrix proteins transported across interacting outer and inner membrane translocators?
Directly
What is the function of the four protein complexes found in cristae?
To produce ATP
What is the proton motive force?
A force that pumps protons across the membrane
What is the role of ATP synthase in the mitochondria?
To synthesize ATP
What is the function of the ATP/ADP carrier in the mitochondria?
To export ADP and import ATP
Study Notes
- Mitochondria are organelles in eukaryotic cells that produce ATP.
- Proteins are transported into mitochondria through translocator complexes.
- Matrix proteins are directly transported across interacting outer and inner membrane translocators.
- Cristae contain four protein complexes that harvest electrons from carriers.
- Electron transport in Complexes II, III, and IV is coupled with proton pumping, creating an electrochemical gradient called the proton motive force.
- ATP synthase uses the proton motive force to synthesize ATP.
- ATP/ADP carrier is responsible for the coordinated import of ADP and export of ATP across the inner membrane.
- Mitochondria move alongside microtubules and can undergo dynamic changes in shape.
- Perturbations in mitochondrial behavior and membrane permeability are associated with programmed cell death.
- Mitochondria are distributed near sites of high demand for ATP and other metabolites.
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