JAMB Biology 2021 Objective — Question 15

Question 15 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2021 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

15. The cell organelle that is responsible for respiration is the (a) mitochondrion (b) ribosome (c) lysosome (d) endoplasmic reticulum

A. mitochondrionCorrect
B. ribosome
C. lysosome
D. endoplasmic reticulum

Explanation

The mitochondrion is the organelle responsible for (cellular) respiration, which is why it is known as the powerhouse of the cell.

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