Question

Regarding the assertion and reason; choose the correct option.

Assertion [A]: Mitochondria are also called "The Powerhouse of the Cell” .
Reason [R]: Significant role of Mitochondria is to produce ATP .

• A. Assertion [A] is True and Reason [R] is False.
• B. Reason [R] is True and Assertion [A] is False.
• C. Assertion [A] is True and Reason [R] is True and is a correct explanation of [A].
• D. Assertion [A] is True and Reason [R] is True but is not a correct explanation of [A].

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Assertion [A] is True and Reason [R] is True and is a correct explanation of [A].

Mitochondria is a double membrane-bound organelle found in most eukaryotic cells. The most prominent role of mitochondria is to produce the energy currency of the cell which is the ATP, by phosphorylation of ADP through respiration and to regulate cellular metabolism. A dominant role for the mitochondria is the production of ATP, as reflected by a large number of proteins in the inner membrane for this task. This is done by oxidizing nutrients. Therefore, Mitochondria are also called "The Powerhouse of the Cell”.