5 Questions
Who discovered mitochondria in the voluntary muscles of insects?
Albert von Kölliker
Who coined the term 'mitochondrion'?
Carl Benda
What is the function of mitochondria in the cell?
Generate adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
What is the popular nickname for mitochondria?
"Powerhouse of the cell"
Which organism is known to have completely lost its mitochondria?
Monocercomonoides
Test your knowledge about the structure and function of mitochondria, the organelles responsible for generating ATP through aerobic respiration in eukaryotic cells. Learn more about their discovery and significance in cellular energy production.
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