2006-09-10 05:46:08 · 6 answers · asked by dilona s 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Mitochondria make ATP, which is energy for use by the cell. Mitochondria also have DNA that is similar to a person's mother, and mitochondrial DNA is used in forensics to identify people.
2006-09-10 05:54:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A mitochondrion is an organelle in the cell. It is where the citric acid cycle and electron transport take place. Those are the last steps in energy production where ATP is produced. The mitochondrion is also important for various other cellular processes like iron-sulfur cluster biosynthesis.
2006-09-10 07:35:44 · answer #2 · answered by C.K. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A mitochondrion (singular) is any of various round or long cellular organelles that are found outside the nucleus, produce energy for the cell through cellular respiration, and are rich in fats, proteins, and enzymes.
2006-09-10 05:56:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Power house of the cells,it generates energy for all vital functions taking place in the cells.
2006-09-10 11:28:23 · answer #4 · answered by moosa 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
energy house of cells
2006-09-10 05:50:54 · answer #5 · answered by enigma 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i do not know
2006-09-13 02:24:47 · answer #6 · answered by david w 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋