Mitochondria Function
Unknown Gradeโข45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can explain the role of mitochondria in energy production within cells.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Describe the primary function of mitochondria in cells and explain why they are often referred to as the "powerhouse of the cell."
2. Compare the percentage of mitochondria by volume in skeletal muscle cells and heart muscle cells. Why might these differences be significant in terms of energy demands?
3. Explain the endosymbiosis theory and how it relates to the origin of mitochondria. What evidence supports this theory?
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