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Which membrane is highly convoluted? A. chloroplast inner membrane B. mitochondrial inner membrane C. the chloroplast outer membrane D. both the mitochondrial and chloroplast inner membranes

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The correct answer among the choices listed above is option B. The mitochondrial inner membrane is the membrane that is highly convoluted. It forms a series of infoldings which is known as cristae that project into the matrix.

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The correct answer is option B, that is, mitochondrial inner membrane.

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Mitochondria is one of the membrane-bound organelles witnessed in all the living cells. It is also considered as the powerhouse of the cell as it is accountable for offering energy for the life-sustaining procedures of the cells. Mitochondria has an outer membrane and highly convoluted inner membranes. The convoluted part of the organelle offers a huge surface area for the biochemical reactions to take place.

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