5 Questions
What is the primary function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?
Generation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) through aerobic respiration
Who coined the term 'mitochondrion'?
Carl Benda
What is the popular nickname given to the mitochondrion?
"Powerhouse of the cell"
Which eukaryotic organism is known to have completely lost its mitochondria?
Monocercomonoides
What is the approximate size range of mitochondria in cross section?
0.75 and 3 μm2
Study Notes
Mitochondria in Eukaryotic Cells
- The primary function of mitochondria is to generate energy for the cell through a process called cellular respiration, producing most of the energy that the cell needs to function.
History of Mitochondria
- The term 'mitochondrion' was coined by Carl Benda in 1898.
Nickname of Mitochondria
- Mitochondria are often referred to as the 'powerhouses' of the cell due to their role in generating energy.
Exception to Mitochondria Possession
- There is one known eukaryotic organism, Monocercomonoides, that has completely lost its mitochondria.
Mitochondria Size
- The approximate size range of mitochondria in cross section is 0.5-1.5 μm in diameter.
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