Question

Why the mitochondria are called as the "power house " of the cell

Answer 1

Because It storage energy in the form of ATP (Adenosine Tri phosphate)..

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Answer 2

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• Mitochondria posses oxysomes on it's inner membrane. These oxysomes takes active part in synthesis of ATP molecules.

• During cellular respiration, ATP molecules are produced and get accumulated in the mitochondria.

• They play an important role in cellular activities.

• Only mitochondria can convert pyruvate into carbon dioxide and water during cell respiration.

• Therefore, mitochondria are called as 'power house of cell'.

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