Mitochondrial DNA Structure Quiz
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What is the shape of mitochondrial DNA?

  • Circular (correct)
  • Linear
  • Triangular
  • Rectangular

Which of the following shapes does NOT describe mitochondrial DNA?

  • Circular
  • Oval
  • Spiral (correct)
  • Ellipse

What type of genetic molecule is found in mitochondria?

  • Linear DNA (correct)
  • Double-stranded RNA
  • Circular RNA
  • Linear RNA

Which shape does NOT accurately represent mitochondrial DNA?

<p>Square (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which form is genetic material contained in mitochondria?

<p>Circular molecule (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are most mitochondrial proteins encoded?

<p>Nuclear DNA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which cellular location are mitochondrial proteins synthesized?

<p>Nucleus Cytoplasm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial site of synthesis for most mitochondrial proteins?

<p>Cytoplasm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are mitochondrial proteins transported into mitochondria?

<p>Via specific transport mechanisms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of nuclear DNA in mitochondrial protein synthesis?

<p>Directly codes for them (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the DNA mentioned in the text?

<p>Producing proteins inside the mitochondria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the coding capacity of the DNA in mitochondria limited?

<p>Limited space available for DNA within the mitochondria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What cellular component contains DNA with limited coding capacity?

<p>Mitochondria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process is directly influenced by the DNA inside mitochondria?

<p>Cellular respiration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the limited coding capacity of mitochondrial DNA?

<p>Reduced ATP production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can mitochondria do according to the provided information?

<p>Synthesize some of their structural proteins (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which percentage of the total DNA of the cell does (يعني بتصنع) 3 represent?

<p>1% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Mitochondria as per the text?

<p>Synthesize structural proteins (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of mitochondria synthesizing structural proteins?

<p>It helps in maintaining mitochondrial structure and function (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes mitochondria from other organelles based on the information provided?

<p>Ability to synthesize some of their structural proteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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