One Explanation for Organelle Inheritance Is That ________

question 26

Multiple Choice

One explanation for organelle inheritance is that ________.

• A) mitochondria and chloroplasts lack DNA and are therefore dependent on the maternal cytoplasmic contributions
• B) mitochondria and chloroplasts have DNA that is subject to mutation
• C) organelles such as mitochondria are always wild type
• D) chloroplasts, for example, are completely dependent on the nuclear genome for components
• E) None of the answers listed are correct.

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Definitions:

Eyeball

The spherical part of the eye that contains the structures necessary for vision, including the lens, retina, and iris.

Color Vision

The ability of the eye to perceive and distinguish colors.

RLF

Retrolental Fibroplasia, a condition that affects premature infants, leading to blindness due to abnormal development of the retina.

Night Vision

The ability to see in low light conditions, often enhanced by specialized equipment or biological adaptations.