Question

Assertion :Mitochondria is known as powerhouse of cell. Reason: Synthesis of ATP occurs in Mitochondria which is stored as chemical energy in the cell.

• A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• B. Both A and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A.
• C. A is true but R is false.
• D. A is false but R is true.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

The inner membrane of the mitochondria is used to generate adenosine triphosphate (ATP). In ATP the energy is stored in the form of chemical bonds. Thus, mitochondria is known as the powerhouse of cells.

So, the correct option is 'A'.