Do Mitochondria have DNA?

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Explanation with a diagram:
Since mitochondria have their own DNA, which is a short circular extranuclear DNA, they are called semi-autonomous organelles.
Mitochondrial DNA is transferred from mother to daughter.
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Final answer: Mitochondria have DNA.

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