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cell organelle that converts the chemical energy stored in food into compounds that

are more convenient for the cell to use. It also acts like a power generator for the cell.

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Cellular respiration cannot occur without the presence of what molecule?

Oxygen. Oxygen is necessary for cellular respiration to occur because it serves as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain, allowing for the production of ATP.


The shape size and internal structure of the mitochondrian have been revealed by what?

The shape, size, and internal structure of mitochondria have been revealed by techniques such as electron microscopy and fluorescent labeling. These methods allow scientists to visualize the structure and organization of mitochondria at a microscopic level.


Which organelle help provide cells with energy?

The mitochondria is the organelle that provides cells with energy through the process of cellular respiration. This organelle is often referred to as the "powerhouse" of the cell due to its role in producing ATP, the energy currency of the cell.


Can ATP synthase move about in the cytosol of the mitochondrian?

Definitely not, as ATP synthase is a membrane-bound enzyme. It is integrated into the inner mitochondrial membrane (and the thylakoid membrane in chloroplasts).


Which theory tries to explain the origin of endoplasmic reticulum nuclear membrane?

The theory of endosymbiosis which believes that nuclear membranes and organelles such as the mitochondrian have evolved from a semi"mutation" in which a prokaryotic cell was engulfed by a eukaryotic cell and instead of being digested it survived and has evolved into key features of the eukaryotic cell. Evidence for this is the fact that the mitochondrian have their own ribosomes ( of which are the prokaryotic variety) and their own DNA which allow them to make their own proteins that can be used in synthesis of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)