Which of the Following Statements Is Correct with Respect to Mitochondrial

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct with respect to mitochondrial genes?

• A) They are transmitted,largely intact,from parent to offspring.
• B) Their inheritance shows Mendel's principle of segregation.
• C) Their inheritance shows Mendel's principle of independent assortment.
• D) Their inheritance follows a 3:1 ratio.
• E) Their inheritance follows a 9:3:3:1 ratio.

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