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19. Organelle other than nucleus, containing DNA
is :
(a) Endoplasmic reticulum
(b) Golgi apparatus
(c) Mitochondria
(d) Lysosome


A

Endoplasmic reticulum

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Golgi apparatus

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C

Mitochondria

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D

Lysosome

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Solution

The correct option is C

Mitochondria


(C) Mitochondria

Explanation of the correct option

(1) Mitochondria is one of the cell organelles which has its own DNA. It is also known as mitochondrial DNA.

(2) The mitochondria is a semi-autonomous organelle as its DNA can replicate independently and synthesize proteins.

Explanation of the incorrect option

(1) Endoplasmic reticulum contains a large number of ribosomes on its surface.

(2) Golgi apparatus consists of secretory vesicles.

(3) Lysosome contains proteins, nucleic acid, carbohydrates, and lipids.

Concluding statement

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell containing its own DNA.


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