Malfunctions of the mitochondria can cause a number of disorders. which statement
best explains how mitochondrial problems can affect an organism?

As no statements are provided, lets have a look at the mitochondria and its problems generally.

Explanation:

Mitochondria can be described as an organelle of the cell which is involved in cellular respiration. Mitochondria convert sugar and oxygen into carbon dioxide and water with the release of ATP. Hence, it is an important organelle and powerhouse of a cell.

Problems in the mitochondria will cause cellular respiration to not occur properly. As a result, cells will not receive enough ATP to carry out their normal functions. Hence, problems in mitochondria can cause serious effects in a person.

explanation:

for  example, forests have higher evapotranspiration than other ecosystems,  such  as grasslands, because of their deeper roots and greater leaf area. thus forests have a net moistening effect on the atmosphere and become a moisture source for downwind ecosystems.

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