BIO NMDCAT Cytoplasmic Organelles
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58. The unique characteristic that defines mitochondria as semi-autonomous organelles within eukaryotic cells is the presence of

A. A single lipid outer covering
B. Their own circular DNA and 70S ribosomes
C. An internal network of cisternae
D. Crystalline protein storage bodies

📝 Explanation

Mitochondria possess independent circular DNA genomes and bacterial-like 70S ribosomes, allowing independent transcription and translation of select proteins.

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  • A single lipid outer covering
  • Their own circular DNA and 70S ribosomes
  • An internal network of cisternae
  • Crystalline protein storage bodies

Mitochondria possess independent circular DNA genomes and bacterial-like 70S ribosomes, allowing independent transcription and translation of select proteins.

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