Mitochondrial DNA Is Primarily Involved in Coding for Proteins Needed

question 10

Multiple Choice

Mitochondrial DNA is primarily involved in coding for proteins needed for electron transport. Therefore, in which body systems would you expect most mitochondrial gene mutations to be exhibited?

• A) the immune system and the blood
• B) the excretory and respiratory systems
• C) the skin and senses
• D) the nervous and muscular systems
• E) the circulation system

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