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How do mitochondria produce energy in cells?
Quick Answer
Mitochondria make ATP through cellular respiration, using oxygen to extract energy from nutrients. They are often called the powerhouses of the cell.
The Full Story
Mitochondria convert energy stored in food into ATP, the cell’s usable energy currency. They use a series of reactions including the citric acid cycle and oxidative phosphorylation, with oxygen serving as the final electron acceptor. Because this process is highly efficient, mitochondria are essential for energy-demanding tissues such as muscle and brain. Mitochondria also have their own small genome, inherited almost entirely from the mother.
Key Facts
1.ATP is the cell’s main energy currency
2.Mitochondria have their own DNA
3.Mitochondrial DNA is usually inherited from the mother
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