BI-263
Mitochondria and ribosomes
Biology · Secondary 3 · Medium · Mitochondria and ribosomes
A scientist examines a cell and observes many mitochondria but no chloroplasts or cell wall. The cell is from a human long-distance runner. What is the main function of the numerous mitochondria in this cell?
- To carry out aerobic respiration and release energy
- To carry out photosynthesis and make glucose
- To control cell division and store genetic material
- To synthesise antibodies against pathogens
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