Question

Why mitochondria and plastids have their own DNA and ribosomes.

Answer 1

Mitochondria and chloroplasts have
striking similarities to bacteria cells. They
have their own DNA , which is separate
from the DNA found in the nucleus of the
cell. And both organelles use their DNA to
produce many proteins and enzymes
required for their function.

Answer 2

Mitochondria and chloroplasts have

striking similarities to bacteria cells. They

have their own DNA , which is separate

from the DNA found in the nucleus of the

cell. And both organelles use their DNA to

produce many proteins and enzymes

required for their function.