Mitochondria

Mitochondria are complex organelles, possessing inner and outer membranes and even their own DNA. A typical cell contains 800 mitochondria, termed the 'powerhouse of the cell', playing a central role in metabolism, respiration, and ATF production. This book tackles the biochemistry, genetics, and pathology of mitochondria in different organisms.

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Mitochondria are complex organelles, possessing inner and outer membranes and even their own DNA. A typical cell contains 800 mitochondria, termed the "powerhouse of the cell", playing a central role in metabolism, respiration, and ATF production. "Mitochondria" is the first modern, truly comprehensive authored book that tackles the biochemistry, genetics, and pathology of mitochondria in different organisms.