Multiple choice

The powerhouse of the cell is known as

  1. ribosome

  2. mitochondria

  3. liver

  4. none of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mitocondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell because they generate most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). This ATP is used as a source of chemical energy for various cellular processes. Ribosomes are involved in protein synthesis, and the liver is an organ.

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