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I am a double-membraned cell organelle. I produce energy-rich molecules called ATP. I have my own genetic material. Who am I?


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Cell membrane

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Plastid

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Nucleus

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Mitochondria

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Solution

The correct option is D

Mitochondria




Mitochondria is a double-membraned cell organelle which is present in the cytoplasm. It has its own genetic material. It produces ATP, which are the energy-rich molecules. ATP is the currency of energy in living systems.


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