In this article we will discuss about the Energy Capture in Respiratory Chain in Mitochondria. 1. When substrates are oxidized through an NAD-linked dehydrogenase, 3 mol inorganic phosphate are incorporated into 3 mol of ADP to form 3 mol of ATP per half mol of O2 (1/2 O2) consumed, i.e. the P; O ratio = 3. 2. When a substrate [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Anatomy and Functions of Mitochondrial Membrane. Anatomy of Mitochondrial Membrane: 1. The outer membrane of mitochondria is permeable to most metabolites, but the inner membrane is selectively permeable. 2. The inner membrane has a matrix and the inner membrane is thrown into folds or cristae. 3. The presence of monoamine oxidase and [...]
Read this article to learn about:- 1. Mitochondria – Power House of Cell 2. Organisation of the Respiratory Chain 3. Transport of Substances Into and Out. Mitochondria – Power House of Cell: The mitochondrion has been termed the "Power House" of the cell due to the following reasons: 1. Most of the useful energy derived from oxidation within the tissues [...]