Definition

A raised line or ridge, often found on bones or as folds in the inner membrane of a mitochondrion.

Example

The crista of the bone provided a strong attachment point for muscles.

Conversation

I was reading about cell structure and came across the term crista.

Oh really? What does it refer to exactly?

It describes the folds of the inner membrane of a mitochondrion.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know they had such specific names.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crista is derived from Latin 'crista' (meaning crest or tuft). The word refers to a tuft or a ridge, often used in biological contexts to describe a prominent structure or feature.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'crest' as a prominent feature or tuft on top of something, which helps you remember that 'crista' refers to a crest or ridge.

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