Why Are Mitochondria And Chloroplasts Maternally Inherited

In the complex world of cellular biology, mitochondria and chloroplasts play pivotal roles. These organelles are not only essential for energy production and photosynthesis, respectively, but also hold unique inheritance patterns. Unlike nuclear DNA, which is inherited from both parents, the DNA of mitochondria and chloroplasts is typically inherited maternally. This phenomenon has fascinated scientists … Read more

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