Which of the Following Organelles Is Sometimes Called the Powerhouse

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organelles is sometimes called the powerhouse of the cell, because of its role in ATP production?

• A)Golgi apparatus
• B)Centrosome
• C)Lysosomes
• D)Mitochondria
• E)Peroxisomes

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Definitions:

Saltatory Conduction

A process whereby nerve impulses jump between gaps in the myelin sheath of neurons, speeding up signal transmission.

Nodes

Points of intersection or branching in a network or circuit, often used in the context of biological and technological systems.

Sodium Channels

Ion channels found in cell membranes that allow sodium ions to flow into or out of cells, playing a crucial role in generating and transmitting electrical signals.

Initial Segment

Area near where the axon meets the cell body that is rich in voltage-gated channels, which generate the action potential.