Which of the Following Statements Is Correct with Respect to Mitochondrial

question 23

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)All of the choices are correct.

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