Due to Gene Transfer Between the Organelles and the Nucleus

question 18

Multiple Choice

Due to gene transfer between the organelles and the nucleus

• A)some organelles may only survive in the cells in which they have transfered genes.
• B)organelle genomes are the same between species
• C)none of the genes that have been transfered are essential for organelle functioning.
• D)organelle genomes experience lower rates of mutation.

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