Cellular respiration (energy production) primarily occurs in the:
AEndoplasmic Reticulum (rough variety)
BMitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell
CGolgi apparatus (the packaging centre)
DLysosomes (the cleanup organelle)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell
Mitochondria generate energy (ATP) for the cell through cellular respiration. Cells with high energy needs (muscle, neuron, heart) have hundreds of mitochondria.
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