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Mitochondria Are Thought to Be the Descendants of Certain Alpha

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Mitochondria are thought to be the descendants of certain alpha proteobacteria. They are, however, no longer able to lead independent lives because most genes originally present on their chromosome have moved to the nuclear genome. Which phenomenon accounts for the movement of these genes?


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Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others, often leading to actions that benefit others at a cost to oneself.

Prejudice

A preconceived judgement or opinion about someone or something that is not based on reason or actual experience, often manifesting as bias or discrimination.

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Free Association

A psychoanalytic technique used to explore the unconscious by having patients reveal whatever thoughts, feelings, or images come to mind.

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