Question

Mitochondria are called power houses of the cell. Which of the following observations support this statement?

• A. Mitochondria synthesise $ATP$
• B. Mitochondria have a double membrane
• C. The enzymes of the Krebs' cycle and the cytochromes are found in mitochondria
• D. Mitochondria are found in almost all plant and animal cells

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Mitochondria synthesise $ATP$

Answer 2

Mitochondria are the sites of aerobic respiration. They produce cellular energy in the form of $ATP$, hence they are called power houses of the cell.