Ear-Functions
Ear-Functions The functions of ear are: 1.Hearing-Controlled by cochlea 2.Balance-Controlled by vestibular apparatus Both the functions are taken care by Cranial nerve 8-Vestibulocochlear nerve
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Peroxisome
Peroxisome Structure & function: → Cellular storehouses of metabolic enzymes. → Matrix = Nearly 50 enzymes catalyzing various metabolic reactions. → Enzymes: Catalase & urate oxidase (Uric acid oxidase). → Function: Alcohol detoxification, H2O2 degradation (catalase) & other harmful compounds in Liver → Oxidation of long & very long chain fatty acids.
Mitochondria
Mitochondria Structure & function: → Are spherical or cylindrical bodies with 2 lipid bilayer-protein membranes (Outer & Inner membrane) → Described as “Powerhouse of cell” – Presence of Enzymes for Energy metabolism & ATP synthesis. → Contains independent DNA apart from Nucleus. → Functions: Importing & self-synthesizing of Protein. Metabolic pathways: → Fatty Acid
