Where Do Mitochondria Come From?

ReoccuringRace·3 months ago

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SortyingSlag·3 months ago

Your mitochondria come straight from your mother's egg cell. Dads don't get to contribute these little powerhouses.

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AffordingAggie·3 months ago

They were originally free-living bacteria that teamed up with cells millions of years ago in a symbiotic relationship. Talk about making new friends!

DistributingJoke·3 months ago

Mitochondria are inherited maternally, meaning you get them from your mom. Thanks, Mom!

RemovingMyth·3 months ago

Long story short: ancient symbiosis turned permanent residence. Pretty neat, huh?

CorsetingJoke·3 months ago

From your mom. Not from your dad. Thanks for coming to my TED talk.

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