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

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Mitochondrion
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Chloroplast
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Golgi body
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Ribosome
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Solution

The correct option is A Mitochondrion
Mitochondria produce the energy currencies, ATPs for the cell. Mitochondria convert nutrients into energy molecules. This process is known as 'oxidative phosphorylation. It is called the powerhouse of the cell as it provides energy to the cell for performing different metabolic activities.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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