Multiple Choice
Which organelle is commonly referred to as the "powerhouse of the cell" because it generates most cellular ATP through aerobic respiration?
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11. Aerobic Respiration
Mitochondria
Multiple Choice
In eukaryotic cells, what is the main function of mitochondria?
A
Synthesize proteins by translating mRNA on ribosomes.
B
Modify and package proteins for secretion via vesicles.
C
Generate ATP through cellular respiration (oxidative phosphorylation).
D
Store genetic information as chromosomal DNA for inheritance.
Verified step by step guidance1
Identify the organelle in question: mitochondria are membrane-bound organelles found in eukaryotic cells.
Recall the primary role of mitochondria, which is related to energy production within the cell.
Understand that mitochondria generate ATP, the cell's main energy currency, through a process called cellular respiration.
Recognize that cellular respiration involves oxidative phosphorylation, where electrons are transferred through the electron transport chain to produce ATP.
Conclude that the main function of mitochondria is to generate ATP through cellular respiration, distinguishing it from other organelles that synthesize proteins, modify proteins, or store genetic information.
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