Multiple choice

Direction: Choose the appropriate answer from the options given below :

In mitochondria, the inner membrane gives out lot of finger-like projections known as ______.

  1. Cristae

  2. Golgi

  3. MRna chain

  4. Stalk

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The inner mitochondrial membrane folds inward to create cristae (singular: crista), which dramatically increase surface area for ATP production machinery. These shelf-like projections house the electron transport chain and ATP synthase enzymes essential for cellular respiration.