Mitochondrial and Chloroplast Structures

Flashcards based on lecture notes covering the internal structure and organelle components of mitochondria and chloroplasts.

The mitochondrial __________ contains enzymes for cellular respiration, specifically the Krebs cycle.

matrix

The __________ is the convoluted inner membrane of the mitochondria that contains ATP synthase.

cristae

Mitochondria and chloroplasts contain __________ ribosomes.

$$70s$$

The DNA found in both mitochondria and chloroplasts is __________ and naked.

circular

According to the notes, the __________ is the site for the light reaction of photosynthesis.

stroma

The __________ contains chlorophyll in the membrane and is a site of light reactions.

thylakoid

A stack of thylakoids is known as a __________.

granum

Mitochondria consist of an outer membrane and an __________ membrane.

inner

The area between the inner and outer mitochondrial membranes is known as the __________ space.

intermembrane

The __________ in the thylakoid membrane is responsible for absorbing light for photosynthesis.

chlorophyll