mitochondrial crista

Term ID

GO:0030061

Synonyms

• cristae
• mitochondrial cristae

Definition

Any of the inward folds of the mitochondrial inner membrane. Their number, extent, and shape differ in mitochondria from different tissues and organisms. They appear to be devices for increasing the surface area of the mitochondrial inner membrane, where the enzymes of electron transport and oxidative phosphorylation are found. Their shape can vary with the respiratory state of the mitochondria. 0198506732

References

• NIF_Subcellular:sao333328131

Ontology

GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO