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which of the following best describes the dna in mitochondria? same as the nucleus single stranded same as chloroplasts unique to mitochondria
Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) is distinct from nuclear DNA. It is double - stranded (not single - stranded). Chloroplast DNA is found in plants (in chloroplasts) and has its own characteristics different from mitochondrial DNA. Mitochondrial DNA has its own unique set of genes and characteristics that are specific to mitochondria and are used for mitochondrial functions such as energy production (through processes like the electron transport chain in the inner mitochondrial membrane).
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unique to mitochondria