Question

the organelles of eukaryotic cells interact with each other to maintain homeostasis within the cell. the nucleus, endoplasmic reticulum, golgi apparatus, chloroplasts, and mitochondria all contribute to protein transport, packaging, export, and energy harnessing. according to the endosymbiotic theory, certain organelles are proposed to have evolved from free - living bacteria that were engulfed by a larger cell. these organelles have multiple membranes, their own circular dna, and can replicate by binary fission. the origin of which organelles are likely explained using the endosymbiotic theory? a golgi and nucleus b mitochondria and chloroplasts c golgi, mitochondria, and nucleus d nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum

Explanation:

The endosymbiotic theory explains organelles originating from engulfed free-living bacteria, with key traits: multiple membranes, circular DNA, and binary fission. Mitochondria (from aerobic bacteria) and chloroplasts (from photosynthetic bacteria) have these traits, while the nucleus, Golgi, and endoplasmic reticulum do not.

Answer:

B. mitochondria and chloroplasts