BI-1432
Mitochondria and ribosomes
Biology · Secondary 4 · Medium · Mitochondria and ribosomes
In kidney proximal tubule cells, many mitochondria are found near the cell membrane. Which statement best explains this arrangement?
- It allows mitochondria to release oxygen directly into the blood.
- It provides more ATP for active transport of solutes across the membrane.
- It increases the surface area of the membrane for diffusion.
- It prevents harmful substances from entering the cytoplasm.
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