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Question
Write Short Notes on (A) Mitochondria
Solution
(a) Mitochondria:
These are the tiny bodies of varying shape located in the cytoplasm. They are self-replicating organelles as they have their own DNA. They synthesise energy-rich compounds (ATP); hence, they are referred to as powerhouse of the cell.
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