mitochondrion
Prononciation : [ˌmaɪtəʊˈkɒndriən]
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Contexte : « biology »
(noun) a tiny part inside a cell that helps make energy. Think of it as a power plant for cells, giving them the energy they need to work properly.
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The mitochondrion in the muscle cells provides the energy needed for running.
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Without a functioning mitochondrion, the cell can't produce enough energy.
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Why is the mitochondrion called the powerhouse of the cell?
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