MITOCHONDRIA+2+JG

1. A picture of a cell showing your organelle labeled.

2. Detailed labeled diagram of your organelle. = =

3. Structure of your organelle. The structure of the mitochondria is its a rod shaped structure that is enclosed by the outer and inner membranes. The membranes that surround the mitochondria are made up of proteins and phospholipids. The mitochondria is called the "powerhouse".

4. Function of your organelle. The mitochondria has many functions, but its main function is to produce energy. It does this by breaking down foods into simpler molecules. Also the mitochondria has to maintain calcium ions. Another function that the mitochondria has is producing hormones.

5. Is this organelle found in plant cells, animal cells or both? The mitochondria is found in both the plant, and animal cells.

6. Is this organelle found in prokaryotes, eukaryotes, or both? The mitochondria is found in eukaryotes. 7. 3 KEY words to describe your organelle so that we can remember it easily. Three key word to remember the mitochondria are powerhouse, energy, and nutrients. In order to upload pictures, you must first save to desktop, then go to file insert images. (You cannot click and drag.)mitochondrion.png