Mitochondrial
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmaɪ.təˈkɑːn.dɹi.əl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Mitochondrial is an adjective meaning (cytology) Of, or relating to mitochondria.
Meaning
(cytology) Of, or relating to mitochondria.
Example Sentences
Sperm pass on none of their mitochondria during conception, so all mitochondrial information is transferred from generation to generation through mothers alone.
A coenzyme that exists in all living cells, NAD+ plays a central role in the body’s biological processes, such as regulating cellular energy, increasing insulin sensitivity and reversing mitochondrial dysfunction.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include powerhouse, bioenergetic, mitochondrian, mitochondriate, mitochrondrial, mithocondrial.
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