MITOCHONDRIAL INHIBITION

Mitochondrial inhibition refers to the process where certain substances or conditions interfere with the function of mitochondria, the cell's energy factories. Mitochondria produce energy by converting nutrients into a special molecule called ATP. When their activity is blocked or impaired, cells can't produce enough energy, which can lead to cell dysfunction or death. This process is important in understanding certain diseases, drug effects, and toxic exposures, as it highlights how some agents can disrupt cellular energy production, ultimately affecting overall health.