WAEC Biology 2006 Question 7

Question 7

Cell Structure and Organisation

The folded portion of mitochondrion is called

  1. A.cristae
  2. B.cell membrane
  3. C.nucleolus
  4. D.partition
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Answer: A (cristae)

Explanation

The inner membrane of a mitochondrion is folded into cristae, which give a large surface for respiratory enzymes.