Which is the main cellular structure involved in respiration?
A
Nucleus
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B
Cell membrane
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C
Mitochondria
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D
Endoplasmic reticulum
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Solution
The correct option is C Mitochondria Mitochondria are often referred to as the powerhouses of the cells. They generate the energy that our cells need to do their jobs. They convert oxygen and nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is the energy "currency" of the cell that powers the cell's metabolic activities.