Mitochondria
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- Pathway Narrative:
Pyruvate molecules enter the mitochondria where they enter the Kreb's Cycle, the products of which are processed by the electron transport chain.
- Type:
- Organelle
- Function/Job:
- Act as powerhouse and generates energy for the cell
- Interacts with:
- Pyruvate, ATP
- Interesting Facts:
Mitochondria are believed to be ancestors of an ancient prokaryotic cell capable of respiration that was engulfed by a larger prokaryotic cell.