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Biology

Mitochondrial Function

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Mitochondria have their own DNA, which is inherited exclusively from the mother, and mutations in this DNA can cause energy-related diseases.

Why this is interesting

You've heard mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell—but how do they actually turn the food you eat into usable energy?