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What is the function of mitochondria in cells?

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Mitochondria = known as the powerhouses of the cell.
They are organelles that act like a digestive system which takes in nutrients, breaks them down, and creates energy rich molecules for the cell.
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Another possible answer: Producing Energy.


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