INTRODUCTION
CELL STRUCTURE
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Question
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This organelle is the “powerhouse” of the cell; it breaks down food to release energy (Analogy:power plants or food processing plants of a city)
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vacuole
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mitochondria
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nucleus
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ribosome
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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.
Detailed explanation-2: -Mitochondria: The Powerhouse of the Cell.
Detailed explanation-3: -Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because it is responsible for the extracting energy from food through cellular respiration. The energy is released in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). It is an energy currency of the cell.
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