Functions of Endosymbiotic Organelles
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What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?

  • To produce ATP through aerobic respiration (correct)
  • To synthesize proteins
  • To store genetic information
  • To regulate the cell cycle

    • What is the function of peroxisomes in a cell?

  • To store genetic material
  • To regulate the cell cycle
  • To contain enzymes for fatty acid breakdown and detoxification (correct)
  • To synthesize proteins

    • What is the role of centrosomes in a cell?

  • To synthesize proteins
  • To generate energy for the cell
  • To regulate gene expression
  • To organize microtubules and regulate the cell cycle (correct)

    • What is unique about the DNA of mitochondria and chloroplasts?

    <p>It is separate from the DNA found in the nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of mitochondria and chloroplasts?

    <p>They originated from engulfed bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of organelles that have their own DNA?

    <p>Producing ATP through aerobic respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is NOT involved in energy production?

    <p>Centrosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the byproduct of the process that occurs in chloroplasts?

    <p>Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelles are thought to have originated from engulfed bacteria?

    <p>Mitochondria and chloroplasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common function of peroxisomes and mitochondria?

    <p>Producing ATP and breaking down fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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