Biology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of the mitochondria in a cell?

To convert the energy stored in food into ATP
To connect cell components
To store genetic material
To transport materials across the membrane

The correct answer is: To convert the energy stored in food into ATP

The mitochondria play a vital role in cellular respiration, where they use oxygen to break down glucose molecules and produce ATP as a form of energy for the cell. This process is known as aerobic respiration, and without it, the cell would not have the necessary energy to perform its functions. Option B is incorrect because the cell's cytoskeleton is responsible for connecting components within a cell. Option C is incorrect because the nucleus is responsible for storing genetic material. Option D is incorrect because the cell membrane is responsible for regulating the transport of materials in and out of the cell, not the mitochondria.