Organelles that are regarded as the "powerhouse" of the cell and in which the oxidative reactions of the respiratory process take place are:
Correct answer: C. Mitochondria
- A. Chloroplasts
- B. Endoplasmic reticulum
- C. Mitochondria
- D. Lysosomes
Explanation
Mitochondria are often referred to as the "powerhouse" of the cell because they are the site of oxidative phosphorylation, where the majority of ATP is produced through the electron transport chain and ATP synthase during cellular respiration.
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