The oxysomes are the particles present on the cristae of mitochondria (inner folding of the inner membrane of mitochondria). They are also called elementary particles, oxysomes or F-1, F-0 particles. ... These particle are regularly spaced at intervals of 10 nm on the inner surface of the se membranes.

What is the function of Oxysome in mitochondria?

The inner membrane of mitochondria has oxysomes. Oxysomes take part in the synthesis of ATP through the process of oxidative phosphorylation. The oxysomes are also known as ATP synthase. The F0 part behaves as proton tunnels.

What is the shape of the Oxysome?

They are small in size and are circular in shape.