Question

Which of the following cell organelles is responsible for extracting energy from carbohydrates to form ATP ?

(a) Ribosome

(b) Chloroplast

(c) Mitochondrion

(d) Lysosome

Answer 1

Ans : (c) Mitochondrion

Explanation :

Mitochondria is the organelle that oxidize the the pyruvic acid (formed by the glycolysis of glucose) and produces energy in the form of ATP. It also stores the energy for future use.