cristae
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crista (ˈkrɪstə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -tae | |
| biology a structure resembling a ridge or crest, such as that formed by folding of the inner membrane of a mitochondrion | |
| [C20: from Latin: | |
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Medical Dictionary
crista cris·ta (krĭs'tə)
n. pl. cris·tae (-tē)
A ridge, crest, or elevated line projecting from a level or evenly rounded surface.
One of the inward projections or folds of the inner membrane of a mitochondrion.
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crista  (krĭs'tə) Pronunciation Key
Plural cristae (krĭs'tē) Any of the folds of the inner membrane of a mitochondrion. See more at mitochondrion. |
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Therefore, cristae are a necessity for the mitochondria to function efficiently.
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