Question

All the organelles in a cell work together to help the cell and the whole organism function. Some diseases are caused by the failure of one type of organelle. Read the description below of an example of this type of disease.

Joe’s cells can’t convert food energy effectively into energy they can use. As a result, he gets extremely tired, has weak legs, and can’t breathe well. Joe swims every day to keep his body as strong as possible. Which organelle is affected by Joe's disease?

A. nucleus
B. mitochondrium
C. lysosome
D. chloroplast

Answer 1

Answer:

mitochondrium

Mitochondria are a membrane-bound organelle present in the cytoplasm of all eukaryotic cells. It is responsible for producing Adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the main energy currency of the cell.