Question

define Mitochondria

Answer 1

Spherical or rod-shaped organelles found within the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, and are referred to as the “powerhouse of the cell since they act as the site for the production of high-energy compounds (e.g. ATP), which are vital energy source for several cellular processes.

Answer 2

Mitochondria is an organelle found in an eukaryotic cell responsible for producing ATP. It is essentially the cells power house as ATP creates energy for the rest of the cell.

Answer 3

Mitochondria is one of the cell organelles. It is responsible for producing energy for metabolic activities. It produces energy in the form of ATP(Adenosine Tri Phosphate). It is also known as the 'power house of the cell' for this reason.