Question

what is the function of mitochondria in a eukaryotic cell?
a mitochondria make protein and sugars from sunlight.
b mitochondria hold all the genetic material needed to make the entire organism
c mitochondria use oxygen to break down glucose into atp, h₂o and co₂
d mitochondria participate directly in the movement of the cell.

Explanation:

• Option A: Chloroplasts (not mitochondria) perform photosynthesis to make sugars from sunlight.
• Option B: The nucleus (not mitochondria) holds most of the genetic material.
• Option C: Mitochondria are the power - houses of the cell. They carry out cellular respiration, using oxygen to break down glucose into ATP (energy), \(H_2O\) (water), and \(CO_2\) (carbon dioxide).
• Option D: Structures like cilia and flagella (not mitochondria) are directly involved in cell movement.

Answer:

C. Mitochondria use Oxygen to break down glucose into ATP, \(H_2O\) and \(CO_2\)