Question

These are called the powerhouse of the cell.

• A. Mitochondria
• B. Ribosomes
• C. Nucleus
• D. Cytoplasm

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Mitochondria

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

Mitochondria breaks down the food or oxidizes the food to release energy and that's why they are called as the powerhouse of the cell.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option B:

1. Ribosomes are tiny spherical structures which are present at various places inside the cell.
2. They are responsible for the protein synthesis.

Option C:

Nucleus controls all the functions of the cell and hence it is known as the control center or the brain of the cell.

Option D:

Cytoplasm is the jelly like substance found within the cell membrane which contains all the cell organelles.

Thus, Mitochondria are called the powerhouse of the cell.