2006-10-16 07:28:12 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Mitochondria are the "power generators" in a cell.
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2006-10-16 07:30:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mitochondria are organelles which provide the cell with energy. They are responsible for enabling chemical processes to occur.
2006-10-16 15:35:08 · answer #2 · answered by J D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mitocondria
are the cell's power producers. They convert energy into forms that are usable by the cell.
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2006-10-16 14:40:55 · answer #3 · answered by SAMUEL D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's spelled "mitochondria". It's the plural of mitochondrion. A mitochondrion is a type of organelle in a biological cell.
2006-10-16 14:43:33 · answer #4 · answered by -- - 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are called the "powerhouse" of the cell. They give the cell energy to enable chemical reactions within the cell.
2006-10-16 14:41:13 · answer #5 · answered by farm_girl14 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the mitochondria is the so called power house of the cell. it is called this because it powers most of the chemical reactions and movements of the cell. remember mito= might = powers thats how i remember
2006-10-16 19:39:12 · answer #6 · answered by truspecies 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are cells found in the liver, muscle and sperm cells (cos they use loads of energy). They make ATP (energy) for processes such as muscle contraction and respiration.
2006-10-16 15:30:56 · answer #7 · answered by flowerpotxx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋