Here's why:

* Scattered throughout the cell: Mitochondria are not bound to any specific location within the cell. They are found in various locations, depending on the cell's needs.

* Controls the release of energy from food: Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell. They use a process called cellular respiration to break down glucose (a sugar derived from food) and convert it into usable energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

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