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Questions and Answers
Who discovered the mitochondrion in 1857?
Who discovered the mitochondrion in 1857?
- Monocercomonoides
- Albert von Kölliker (correct)
- Philip Siekevitz
- Carl Benda
What is the function of mitochondria in the cell?
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'?
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?
Which organism is known to have completely lost its mitochondria?
What is the popular nickname for the mitochondrion?
What is the popular nickname for the mitochondrion?