Multiple choice

Which cell organelle is known as ?The powerhouse? of the cell?

  1. Lysosmes

  2. Plastids

  3. Mitochondria

  4. Vacuoles

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mitochondria are called the powerhouse of the cell because they generate ATP through cellular respiration, releasing energy from organic compounds. Lysosomes digest waste, plastids (in plants) handle photosynthesis, and vacuoles are storage compartments.