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The mitochondria has many folded internal membranes called cristae, these are where ATP is generated. What is the benefit of having these membranes?

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Step-by-step explanation:

To increase the capacity of the mitochondrion to synthesize ATP, the inner membrane is folded to form cristae. These folds allow a much greater amount of electron transport chain enzymes and ATP synthase to be packed into the mitochondrion.

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