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Which cell organelle is called as the 'Powerhouse of the cell'?

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Mitochondria is the cell organelle found in the eukaryotic cells. It is called as the 'powerhouse of the cell' as it is involved in the process of aerobic respiration and it generates energy rich molecules, ATP for cell functioning.

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