Question

What is the functions of mitochondria?

Answer 1

What is the function of 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.

Answer 2

Answer:

Definition of Mitochondria.

Mitochondria is a rod shaped structure in cytoplasm. It is only present in Eukaryotic cells. It is double membraneous structure where outer membrane has specific proteins and inner membrane is folded inside to form chambers called (cristae).

Functions-

• It's main function is to produce and store the energy in the form of ATP(Adenosine Triphosphate.
• It have their own DNA and RNA.
• It performs cellular respiration.

Note- It is also called "Powerhouse of the cell" or "storage battery".