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 [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Chemiosmotic Theory of Mitochondrial Membrane. It is explained that the primary event in oxidative phosphorylation is the translocation of protons (H+) to the exterior of a coupling membrane driven by oxidation in the respiratory chain. The membrane is impermeable to protons which accumulate outside the membrane creating an electrochemical potential difference across [...]
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 [...]