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Why is Mitochondria Called Powerhouse of the Cell?

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Why are mitochondria called the powerhouse of the cell?
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Mitochondria contain enzymes necessary for the oxidation of carbohydrates and release the energy needed for all vital life activities in the form of ATP. Hence they are called powerhouses of the cell.
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Chapter 2: The Cell-A Unit of Life - Excercise [Page 26]

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Chapter 2 The Cell-A Unit of Life
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