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Why do we call mitochondria as power house of cell? Explain in detail.

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Mitochondria are power house of the cell. Give reasons.

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a. Mitochondria possess oxysomes on its inner membrane. These oxysomes take active part in synthesis of ATP molecules. 

b. During cellular respiration, ATP molecules are produced and get accumulated in the mitochondria. They play an important role in cellular activities. 

c. only mitochondria can convert pyruvic acid to carbon dioxide and water during cell respiration. Therefore, mitochondria are called ‘power house of the cell’.

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