Cellular respiration occurs in _______ of the cell.

Mitochondria

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Ribosome

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Nucleus

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Peroxisome

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Solution

The correct option is A Mitochondria
Cellular respiration is a set of metabolic reactions and processes that take place in the cell of organisms to convert biochemical energy from nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and release waste products. Cellular respiration breaks down glucose and releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
So, the correct answer is 'Mitochondria'.

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