Which of the following organelles has its own DNA and ribosomes?

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A Lysosomes
B Golgi apparatus
C Mitochondria
D Endoplasmic reticulum

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Answer: C. Mitochondria

Explanation: Mitochondria (and plastids in plants) are semi-autonomous organelles because they have their own genetic material (DNA) and ribosomes, allowing them to make some of their own proteins.

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Which of the following organelles has its own DNA and ribosomes?

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