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Which organelle is known as the power house of the cell? Why?

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Mitochondria:

  1. Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell.
  2. Mitochondria are tiny organelles present inside the cells that are involved in releasing energy from food as it is responsible for cellular respiration.
  3. It produces energy which is ATP through respiration and regulates cellular metabolism.
  4. Since energy gives power to the cell, mitochondria are called the powerhouse of the cell.

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