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69. The structural feature of the inner mitochondrial membrane in both animal and plant cells that increases the surface area for cellular respiration is the

A. Thylakoid network
B. Cristae foldings
C. Granum assembly
D. Porin matrix

📝 Explanation

Invaginating the inner mitochondrial membrane into cristae creates a large surface area for housing electron transport chain complexes.

📖 Additional Information

  • Thylakoid network
  • Cristae foldings
  • Granum assembly
  • Porin matrix

Invaginating the inner mitochondrial membrane into cristae creates a large surface area for housing electron transport chain complexes.

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