Multiple choice

What is the function of the mitochondrion?

  1. Respiration

  2. Photosynthesis

  3. Protein synthesis

  4. DNA replication

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Explanation

Mitochondria are responsible for aerobic cellular respiration, which converts biochemical energy from nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts, and protein synthesis is carried out by ribosomes.