Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect about mitochondria?

  1. Mitochondria releases energy in the form of adenosine triphopshate molecules.

  2. The body uses energy stored in ATP for making new chemical compounds and for mechanical work.

  3. Mitochondria have two membrane coverings instead of just one.

  4. Mitochondria are involved in the digestion of materials from within the cell.

  5. Mitochondria are able to make some of their own proteins.
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Explanation

No, this is incorrect. Lysososmes  are involved in the digestion of materials from within the cell. Mitochondria are the power house of the cell. They are not involved in digestion.

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