The mitochondrial matrix contains which type of DNA and ribosomes?
ALinear DNA, 80S ribosomes
BCircular DNA, 70S ribosomes
CLinear DNA, 70S ribosomes
DCircular DNA, 80S ribosomes
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Circular DNA, 70S ribosomes
The matrix holds a single circular DNA molecule and 70S ribosomes, resembling a prokaryotic arrangement.
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