Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell? Why?
(N/A) The organelle $Mitochondria$ is known as the powerhouse of the cell.
This is because the process of cellular respiration takes place within the mitochondria to generate energy in the form of $ATP$ ($Adenosine$ $Triphosphate$).
This energy is essential for carrying out various chemical activities required for the life of the cell.
This is because the process of cellular respiration takes place within the mitochondria to generate energy in the form of $ATP$ ($Adenosine$ $Triphosphate$).
This energy is essential for carrying out various chemical activities required for the life of the cell.
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