Understanding Mitochondria

What is the primary function of the mitochondria?

• To produce energy for the cell

• To store genetic information

• To synthesize proteins

• To transport nutrients

Why do mitochondria have two membranes?

• To store excess energy

• To increase surface area for reactions

• To protect the cell from toxins

• To regulate cell temperature

What unique feature do mitochondria have that relates to their origin?

• They produce chlorophyll

• They can photosynthesize

• They are found only in plant cells

• They have their own ribosomes

How is mitochondrial DNA inherited?

• Only from the father

• Randomly from either parent

• From both parents

• Only from the mother

What are the byproducts of cellular respiration in mitochondria?

• Nitrogen and ATP

• Carbon dioxide and water vapor

• Oxygen and glucose

• Hydrogen and methane

What is ATP in the context of cellular respiration?

• A form of energy

• A lipid

• A protein

• A type of sugar

What is a key feature to look for when identifying mitochondria in micrographs?

• Their color

• Their size

• Their folded inner membrane

• Their outer membrane

Why do muscle tissues have a high number of mitochondria?

• They require a lot of energy

• They need to detoxify the body

• They need to store fat

• They produce hormones

What is the purpose of the cristae in mitochondria?

• To store water

• To increase surface area for reactions

• To transport proteins

• To protect the DNA

What term should high school students use instead of 'PowerHouse of the cell'?

• Energy center

• Cellular respiration

• ATP factory

• Mitochondrial hub