JAMB Biology 1989 Question 3

Question 3

Cell Structure and Organisation

Use the figure (a cell) to answer: Which structure is known as the power house of the cell?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.6
  2. B.5
  3. C.4
  4. D.3
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Answer: C (4)

Explanation

Structure 4 has a folded inner membrane (cristae): it is a mitochondrion, where respiration releases energy.