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A-LevelBiologyCell structure9700/12 · Feb/Mar 2025 · Q21 Mark

There is a theory that mitochondria and chloroplasts were originally free-living prokaryotes. It is thought that millions of years ago these free-living prokaryotes were taken into larger cells by endocytosis where, instead of being digested, they became functional organelles. Which features of mitochondria and chloroplasts support this theory? 1 Mitochondria and chloroplasts are surrounded by double membranes. 2 Mitochondria and chloroplasts have small, circular DNA. 3 Mitochondria and chloroplasts synthesise proteins.

A1, 2 and 3
B1 and 2 only
C1 and 3 only
D2 and 3 only

✓ Correct answer

A: 1, 2 and 3

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Cell structure, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, Feb/Mar 2025 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 2.

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