Organelles are membrane-enclosed structures that are found within the cells and each with a particular function. Some organelles possess their own genes. Which of the following organelles have their own DNA?
a. Lysosomes
b. Mitochondria
c. Plastids
d. Cytoplasms
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a, b, c and d
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a, b and c
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a, b and d
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a and d
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b and c
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Correct answer
Explanation
This is the correct answer. Mitochondria possess their own DNA and carry out some of their own protein synthesis. Chloroplasts are organelles that are found within the cells of plants and algae. Chloroplasts contain the pigment chlorophyll and are responsible for carrying out photosynthesis and contain their own DNA.