Question

there is a group of disorders related to a particular organelle that can affect many different organ systems. some common symptoms of include lack of energy, muscle weakness, difficulty when exercising, muscle pain, and poor growth. based on the role of the organelle in cell functioning, which organelle could most likely be responsible for causing these symptoms?

oa the lysosome could be responsible because of its role in the cleanup and disposal of worn out cell parts.

ob the membrane could be responsible because of its role in transport of materials into and out of the cell.

oc the vacuole could be responsible because of its role in the storage of materials within the cell.

od the mitochondrion could be responsible because of its role in the manufacturing of atp.

Explanation:

Mitochondria are the power - houses of the cell, responsible for producing ATP which is the energy currency of the cell. Lack of energy, muscle weakness, and related symptoms can be due to malfunctioning mitochondria as they are not producing enough ATP. Lysosomes are for waste disposal, cell membranes are for transport, and vacuoles are for storage, none of which directly relate to energy production like mitochondria.

Answer:

D. The mitochondrion could be responsible because of its role in the manufacturing of ATP.