KOMPAS.com – Mitochondria It is a cell organelle found in animal and plant cells. Temporary chloroplast only found in plant cells.
Function mitochondria is for cellular respiration in living things. The chloroplast is the place where photosynthesis takes place.
Definition of mitochondria and chloroplasts
According to Amrah Husma in the book Basic Biology and Health (2016), mitochondria is the place where the respiratory function in living things takes place.
Mitochondria are the powerhouses for cells. Because one of the main functions of mitochondria is to convert potential energy in the form of food into ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate).
Meanwhile, quoted from the book Plant Physiology (2021) by Try Koryati et al, chloroplasts are organelles responsible for photosynthesis.
In addition to photosynthesis, chloroplasts also function to precipitate glucose into starch, and to re-dissolve amylmicrons into glucose.
Also read: Mitochondria: Location, Structure, and Function
In some ways, mitochondria and chloroplasts are similar. Because both of them function to produce metabolic energy.
One of difference between mitochondria and chloroplasts is its existence. Mitochondria can be found in the cells of all types of aerobic organisms, such as plants and animals. Meanwhile, chloroplasts are only found in green plants and green algae.
Reported from the site Byjyu’s Online Learning and SeeHere are some differences between mitochondria and chloroplasts:
| differentiator | Mitochondria | Chloroplast |
| Role | Known as the powerhouse of the cell. Responsible for energy metabolism as well as cellular respiration | More complex than mitochondria. Chloroplasts are the site of photosynthesis |
| Shape | Cylindrical | Shaped like a disc |
| Color | Mitochondria are colorless organelles | Green in color |
| Size | Small in size when compared to chloroplasts, which is 0.5 to 10 micrometers | Large and more complex. Diameter ranges from 4 to 6 micrometers |
| Pigment | Has no pigment | Consists of various pigments, such as chlorophyll, carotenoids, and photosynthetic pigments |
| Deep membrane | The inner membrane folds into cristae | The inner membrane forms flattened sacs called thylakoids |
| Room or section | The matrix and cristae are part of the mitochondrion | Has two parts or spaces, namely the thylakoid and stroma |
| The relationship with oxygen | Consumes oxygen to provide energy for cells | Releasing oxygen |
| The connection with energy | Releases energy by breaking down organic matter and producing carbon dioxide and water | Stores energy and uses carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose (energy) |
| How to produce energy | Mitochondria use sugar to produce ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate). | Chloroplasts use light to produce ATP and sugars. |
Also read: Chloroplasts: Characteristics, Location, Structure, and Functions
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