What is the function of the Mitochondria in a cell within an organism?
The Mitochondria main function is to produce energy for continuation of chemical reactions within the cell and body, as well as movement of an organism. This energy is stored in the form of ATP, the mitochondria converts glucose and oxygen into ATP, a by-product of the ATP production is water and Carbon Dioxide. The Mitochondria is therefore vital for an organisms survival.
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