JAMB Biology 2004 Question 2

Question 2

Cell Structure and Organisation

Use the diagram of the cell to answer: The part labelled II is responsible for

Diagram for this question
  1. A.photosynthesis
  2. B.respiration
  3. C.protein synthesis
  4. D.excretion
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Answer: B (respiration)

Explanation

II is a mitochondrion, recognised by its folded inner membrane. Mitochondria carry out aerobic respiration to release energy.