Are Mitochondria found in plant cells?

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Mitochondria:
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.
Yes, Mitochondria are found in plant cells.
Mitochondria are exclusively present in eukaryotic cells, such as plants, animals, and fungi, and are surrounded by two membranes.

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