Which of the following organelle is surrounded by two membranes?

Ribosomes

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Peroxisomes

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Vacuoles

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Mitochondria

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Solution

The correct option is D Mitochondria
Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell. It has two membranes that increase its surface area which enables it to obtain maximum productivity. The outer membrane covers all the organelles whereas the inner membrane is folded over many times to form a layered structure called cristae. So, the correct answer is 'Mitochondria'.

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