Which organelle is called the '"powerhouse of the cell"?

Prokaryotic cell

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Mitochondria

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Endoplasmic reticulum

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Nucleus

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Solution

The correct option is B
Mitochondria

Mitochondria are also called the "powerhouse of the cell" because it oxidizes carbon compounds to produce energy-rich ATP molecules which are used by cells for different physiological activities.

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