Question

Which of the following is/are a function of the mitochondria ?

• A. Mitochondria are responsible for the production of ATP
• B. Amino acids are formed in mitochondria
• C. Provides intermediates for the synthesis of biomolecules
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

The most prominent roles of mitochondria are to produce the energy currency of the cell, ATP (i.e., phosphorylation of ADP), through respiration, and to regulate cellular metabolism.They also provide intermediates for the synthesis of biomolecules. And some amino acids are synthesised in the mitochondria.