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What are the similarities between chloroplasts and mitochondria?

Posted March 27, 2023


Answer

There are various similarities between chloroplasts and mitochondria. They both are semi-autonomous organelles containing DNA. Both are double membrane bounded organelles. They both also contain carbon dioxide and oxygen that are involved in their own processes. Chloroplasts and mitochondria also both produce energy and contain their own genetic organization. 

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