Multiple choice

Why is the inner membrane of mitochondrion deeply folded?

  1. To provide large surface area for synthesis of glucose

  2. To provide large surface area for synthesis of lipids

  3. To provide large surface area for packaging of proteins

  4. To provide large surface area for ATP-generating chemical reactions
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Explanation

Mitochondrion has two membrane coverings. The outer membrane is very porous, while the inner membrane is deeply folded. These folds create a large surface area for ATP-generating chemical reactions.

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