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3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance - Part 2 of 2

3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance / Organelle DNA / Problem 11

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the DNA found in chloroplasts and mitochondria?

A

It is present in the form of multiple chromosomes.

B

It is packaged with histone proteins similar to nuclear DNA.

C

It is always inherited exclusively from the mother in most eukaryotic organisms.

D

It contains genes that code for proteins involved in oxidative phosphorylation and photosynthesis.

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