EVERYDAY SCIENCE

SCIENCE

CELL BIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An internalized cell structure that performs specific activities for the cell is known as ____
A
ribosome
B
mitochondrion
C
organelle
D
nucleus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Just as organs are separate body parts that perform certain functions in the human body, organelles are microscopic sub-units that perform specific functions within individual cells. Organelles are specialized structures that perform various jobs inside cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Organelles are defined as intracellular membrane-bound structures in eukaryotic cells, usually specialized for a particular function.

Detailed explanation-3: -Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of cells. It is because the mitochondrion is the site of cellular respiration where energy in the form of ATP (Adenosine triphosphate) is generated as a result of oxidation of food constituents. This energy is required for various chemical activities needed for life.

Detailed explanation-4: -Final answer: An organelle within an organelle are Ribosomes.

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