Why Are Mitochondria Called the Powerhouse of the Cell?

avatarManningAndy·3 months ago
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avatarDealingDada·3 months ago

Think of mitochondria as the cell's battery pack—they convert nutrients into fuel (ATP) that powers all the cell's functions.

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avatarVitriolingMouth·3 months ago

Mitochondria are called the powerhouse of the cell because they generate most of the cell's supply of ATP, which cells use for energy.

avatarSinkingDuel·3 months ago

Mitochondria convert the food you eat into ATP, which the cell then uses to do pretty much everything. Hence, the powerhouses!

avatarDepetallingMummy·3 months ago

They produce ATP. That's why.

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