Mitochondria myths and facts challenge

Mitochondria are often called the 'powerhouses of the cell' for their role in energy production. But what other crucial functions do they perform? 🤔

It's a common misconception that mitochondria are the main source of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in cells. Which cellular component is actually identified as the main source of ROS in most cell types? 💡

Glycolysis is often considered 'inefficient' compared to mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation due to producing fewer ATP molecules per glucose. However, under what specific condition might glycolysis be a more advantageous metabolic pathway? 🧠