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Maximum amount of Manganese is found in

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Ribosomes
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Lysosomes
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Mitochondria
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Nucleus
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Solution

The correct option is C Mitochondria
Manganese acts as a cofactor for various metabolic reactions. It is mainly present in the mitochondria where it helps to activate various metabolic enzymes. It is also involved in the transfer of high energy phosphate groups by phosphotransferase enzymes which mainly takes place in mitochondria. It is also involved in the synthesis of fatty acid and cholesterol.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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