Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134580999
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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A mitochondrion is a cellular organelle that serves as the site for cellular respiration and energy production (ATP or Adenosine Triphosphate). It is a double-membrane-bound organelle and is only present in eukaryotic cells.
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What is mitochondrial DNA ?

Mitochondrial DNA is the small circular chromosome found inside the Mitochondria. Mitochondrial DNA can pass from parent to offspring. This DNA is different from the DNA that is present inside the nucleus. It encode the proteins that are specific for the mitochondria. It contains approximately 16500 base pairs in it.

Mutation in the mitochondrial DNA leads to mitochondrial disease such as inability to produce sufficient energy in muscles, brain and kidney.

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