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Mitochondria, (singular Mitochondrion) are found in eukaryotic cells. (Amoeba, and cells which make up larger organisms such as plants and animals). They are like a cell's batteries and generate the chemical adenonsine triphosphate (ATP) which is the primary chemical we use to get energy in the body (breaking the bond which holds it together, releases energy).

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Does mitochondrial DNA contain introns?

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Where is DNA found in the eukryote cell?

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When was Mitochondrial DNA - journal - created?

Mitochondrial DNA - journal - was created in 1980.


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Who shares your mitochondrial DNA?

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Where do you get your mitochondrial DNA from?

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