Mitochondria: The Powerhouse of the Cell
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Who discovered the mitochondrion in 1857?

  • Monocercomonoides
  • Albert von Kölliker (correct)
  • Philip Siekevitz
  • Carl Benda

What is the function of mitochondria in the cell?

  • Generate adenosine triphosphate (ATP) (correct)
  • Store lipids
  • Synthesize DNA
  • Produce enzymes

Who coined the term 'mitochondrion'?

  • Carl Benda (correct)
  • Henneguya salminicola
  • Philip Siekevitz
  • Albert von Kölliker

Which organism is known to have completely lost its mitochondria?

<p>Monocercomonoides (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the popular nickname for the mitochondrion?

<p>&quot;Powerhouse of the cell&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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