Question

What is Mitochondria?

Answer 1

Mitochondria : It is a special cell organelles, which is spherical or rod-shaped with a double membrane.

• The inner membrane is infolded many times, forming a series of projections called Cristae.
• Its outer layer gives it it the required shape.
• The mitochondria converts the energy stored in cell from glucose into ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) for the use of cell.
• This energy is used by cell to perform all the basic functions within the body.