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What is the powerhouse of the cell?
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Nucleus
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- Nucleus
- Ribosome
- Mitochondrion
- Endoplasmic Reticulum
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Mitochondria are organelles within cells that generate most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), used as a source of chemical energy. Hence, they are called the powerhouse of the cell.
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