Question

Select the incorrect statement with respect to mitochondria.

• A. They divide by fission
• B. The matrix possesses single circular DNA
• C. The number of mitochondria per cell is always same
• D. They produce cellular energy in the form of ATP

Answer 1

The correct option is C The number of mitochondria per cell is always same

Mitochondria are double membrane cell organelles. They are the sites for aerobic respiration. They produce cellular energy in the form of ATP. The matrix of mitochondria possesses single circular DNA. They divided by fission. But the number of mitochondria vary according to the cell type.