Question

Solar energy is converted into ATP/chemical energy by

• A. Mitochondria
• B. Peroxisomes
• C. Ribosomes
• D. Chloroplast

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Chloroplast

The correct option is (D)

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Adenosine triphosphate is an organic chemical compound that carries energy.
2. Solar energy is converted into ATP by a process called photosynthesis.
3. This process happens in plants, algae, and cyanobacteria.
4. Chloroplast is present in plants and it drives the process of photosynthesis.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Mitochondria, peroxisomes, and ribosomes are cell organelles present in all eukaryotes.

Option (A):

Mitochondria are also known as the powerhouse that produce ATP with the help of oxygen, so solar energy is not involved in the production of ATP.

Option (B):

Peroxisomes are involved in the oxidation of long-chain fatty acids, so they don't produce ATP.

Option (C):

Ribosomes are involved in the protein synthesis process, which does not involve the production of ATP.

Final answer: Solar energy is converted into ATP/chemical energy by Chloroplast.