Do both animal and plant cells have mitochondria? Why or why not?(1 point)

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Yes; they both need mitochondria to convert radiant energy into chemical energy.
Yes; they both need mitochondria to convert radiant energy into chemical energy.
No; plants don't perform any processes for which mitochondria would be used.
No; plants don't perform any processes for which mitochondria would be used.
No; plants use chloroplasts the way animals use mitochondria.
No; plants use chloroplasts the way animals use mitochondria.
Yes; they both need mitochondria for cellular respiration.

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Yes; they both need mitochondria for cellular respiration.

Both animal and plant cells use mitochondria to produce energy in the form of ATP through the process of cellular respiration, which is essential for various cellular functions. While plants also have chloroplasts for photosynthesis, they still require mitochondria for energy production, especially during periods when light is not available.