Asked by Gabriel Padilla on Jul 31, 2024
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Which of the following organelles is sometimes called the powerhouse of the cell, because of its role in ATP production?
A) Golgi apparatus
B) Centrosome
C) Lysosomes
D) Mitochondria
E) Peroxisomes
Mitochondria
Membrane-bound cell organelles responsible for generating most of the cell's supply of ATP, used as a source of chemical energy.
ATP Production
The process of generating adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells.
- Acquire knowledge about the diverse components and their roles in the cell, including organelles and structures.
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Christina WiebelAug 04, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Mitochondria are often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce the majority of the cell's ATP through cellular respiration.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the diverse components and their roles in the cell, including organelles and structures.