Mitochondria and Cellular Respiration Quiz

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Which membrane of the mitochondria is responsible for transducing energy and is impermeable to small-sized substances such as ions?

Inner membrane (correct)

Matrix

Outer membrane

Intermembrane space

What is the primary protein in the outer membrane of the mitochondria?

Cardiolipin

ATP synthase

Cytochrome c

Porin (correct)

What is the composition of the outer membrane of the mitochondria?

Lipids (correct)

Heme protein

Proteins

Phospholipid bilayer

What is located in the intermembrane space of the mitochondria?

Cytochrome c Signup and view all the answers

Which compartment of the mitochondria is referred to as the matrix?

Matrix Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the matrix in the mitochondria?

Synthesizing proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is the phospholipid layer found in the inner membrane of the mitochondria referred to as?

Cardiolipin Signup and view all the answers

Which enzymes are found in the inner membrane of the mitochondria?

ATP synthase Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

Mitochondria Signup and view all the answers

What is the size range of mitochondria?

0.5 - 1.0 micrometers Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells have mitochondria?

Eukaryotic cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of cristae in mitochondria?

To increase the surface area of the inner membrane Signup and view all the answers

Where are mitochondria located in active tissues such as muscles?

Fatty droplets in the cytosol Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of mitochondria in cellular respiration?

To break down glucose Signup and view all the answers

Do mitochondria have their own DNA?

Yes, they have their own DNA Signup and view all the answers