Mitochondria has its own genetic material. [True/ False] - Vidyadip

Question

Mitochondria has its own genetic material. [True/ False]

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Answer

True.
Explanation:
Mitochondria are structures within cells that convert the energy from food into a form that cells can use. Although most DNA is packaged in chromosomes within the nucleus, mitochondria also have a small amount of their own DNA. This genetic material is known as mitochondrial DNA or mt DNA.

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