Which of the following statements regarding structure and functions of organelles is correct? vacuoles are the storage area for genetic information. the nucleus is the main energy powerhouse of the cell. mitochondria contain pigment to absorb sunlight directly. lysosomes contain enzymes to breakdown damaged cellular materials.

Which statement best explains why cells were observed in more detail using a compound microscope than a simple microscope? a compound microscope has greater magnification ability than a simple microscope. the compound microscope was invented before the simple microscope. a compound microscope is much easier to manufacture than a simple microscope. compound microscopes were more common than simple microscopes.