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The total energy production of a mitochondrion is enhanced by its _____.

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internal surface area
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large internal surface area

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Mitochondria is the site for Kreb's cycle and oxidative phosphorylation of cellular respiration. The inner mitochondrial membrane is folded into cristae. These folds increase the surface area of the inner mitochondrial membrane. The increased surface area of the inner membrane allows many chemical reactions of cellular respiration to occur and to produce a large amount of energy.

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