Mitochondrion

Structure - composed of modified double unit membrane (protein, lipid)
               - inner membrane infolded to form cristae

Function - site of cellular respiration ie. the release of chemical
                 energy from food

Glucose  +  Oxygen  ------> Carbon Dioxide  +  Water  + Energy (ATP)

 
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