Question

Why are mitochondria known as the ‘powerhouse’ of the cell?

Answer 1

Mitochondria is known as the powerhouse of the cell because they are the responsible for the release of energy from food i.e, cell respration.this energy release in the form of ATP.

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Answer 2

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Mitochondria are called the power house of the cell as they are sites for synthesis of energy rich ATP molecules, wwhch are stored in mitochondria and further used in cellular respiration.