Which one of the following has its own DNA?
- Dictyosome
- Mitochondria
- Peroxisome
- Lysosome
Answer
(2) Mitochondria
Solution
As per NCERT, the mitochondrial matrix possesses a single circular DNA molecule, a few RNA molecules, ribosomes (70S) and the components required for the synthesis of proteins.
Dictyosomes (Golgi), peroxisomes and lysosomes do not have their own DNA.
∴ Mitochondria have their own DNA (semi-autonomous organelles).
Answer: (2)