Different between:
MITCHONDRION AND CHLORIPLAST
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Mitochondria vs Chloroplast
Mitochondria Chloroplast
Known as the powerhouse of the cell, it is responsible for energy metabolism and cellular respiration Larger and much more complex than a mitochondrion, it is the site where photosynthesis takes place.
Present in cells of all types of aerobic organisms such as plants and animals. Present in green plants and green algae
Bean-shaped Disc-shaped
Colourless organelle Green in colour
Matrix and Cristae are the two chambers present in a mitochondrion Stroma and thylakoid are the two chambers of a chloroplast
Consumes oxygen Releases oxygen
Do not possess any pigments Chloroplast is comprised of pigments such as chlorophyll, carotenoids and photosynthetic pigments
Energy is released by breaking down organic food producing carbon dioxide and water Stores energy and uses carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose