The internal compartments formed by the inner membrane of a mitochondrion, where many chemical reactions take place
(Biyoloji) Cristae (singular crista) are the internal compartments formed by the inner membrane of a mitochondrion. They are studded with proteins, including ATP synthase and a variety of cytochromes. The maximum surface for chemical reactions to occur is within the mitochondria. This allows cellular respiration (aerobic respiration since the mitochondrion requires oxygen) to occur
(plural, cristae) An infolding of the inner membrane of a mitochondrion that houses the electron transport chain and the enzymes catalyzing the synthesis of ATP