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what is mitochondria (detailed)

Answer 1

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Mitochondria - Turning on the Powerhouse. Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell. They are organelles that act like a digestive system which takes in nutrients, breaks them down, and creates energy rich molecules for the cell. The biochemical processes of the cell are known as cellular respiration.

The mitochondria (plural mitochondria) is a membrane bound structure found in both eukaryotic plant and animal cells. The primary function of mitochondria is to provide the energy required for various cellular activities, most significantly the formulation of energy.

Answer 2

What is Mitochondria?

A semi autonomous double-membrane-bound organelle found in most eukaryotic organisms.

1. To perform cellular respiration.
2. Provide energy to a cell in the form of ATP.
3. Also known as the powerhouses of the cell.
4. It is the site of ATP synthesis for the cell.