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Difference between Mitochondria and Chloroplasts | Cell Organelles

The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Mitochondria and Chloroplasts. Difference # Mitochondria: 1. They are colourless cell organelles. 2. Mitochondria are found in all types of aerobic cells, both plants and animals. 3. They are generally cylindrical in outline. 4. Their inner membrane is thrown up into folds called cristae. 5. Cristae remain in contact with [...]

By |2016-12-12T06:52:47+00:00December 12, 2016|Cell Organelles|Comments Off on Difference between Mitochondria and Chloroplasts | Cell Organelles
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Origin of Mitochondria and Chloroplasts

The following points highlight the top two theories based on origin of mitochondria and chloroplasts. The theories are: 1. Endosymbiont Theory 2. Direct Filiation Theory. 1. Endosymbiont Theory: This theory is based on the similarities of chloroplasts and mitochondria with prokaryotic cells. These organelles possess their own genetic material (DNA) as well as the machinery for protein synthesis. According to [...]

By |2016-07-12T13:50:59+00:00July 12, 2016|Chromosomes|Comments Off on Origin of Mitochondria and Chloroplasts
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