what is the name of cells organisam which is called power house of the cell
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Mitochondria
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Mitochondria are called the power houses of the cell. Mitochondria are tiny organelles inside the cells that are involved in releasing energy from food. This process is known as cellular respiration. It is for this reason that mitochondria are often referred to as the power houses of the cell.
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- Mitochondria is called the power house of the cell.
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- Mitochondria are small granular or filamentous bodies with various shapes but is usually sausage like.
- Mitochondria are called the power house of the cell and were first observed by Kolliker.
- Mitochondria are double walled with an outer membrane and an inner membrane. The outer membrane is smooth while the walls of inner membrane are thrown into folds and tubules called cristae.
- Mitochondria have their own DNA(containing several genes) and they also contain their own ribosomes.
- The chief function of Mitochondria includes:-
- release of energy from pyruvic acid produced in cytoplasm in the form of ATP which is the seat of cellular respiration and stores energy.
- Synthesis of respiratory enzymes.
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