Meaning Of The Word Mitochondrial DNA

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Mitochondrial DNA Meaning

Mitochondrial DNA Definition
Mitochondrial DNA Definition

What's The Definition Of Mitochondrial DNA?

mitochondrial DNA in American English
DNA contained in mitochondria: it is abundant, highly resistant to damage, and, because it is inherited only through the mother, useful in tracing ancestry, making forensic investigations, and studying evolutionary genetic change

mitochondrial DNA in British English
noun: DNA found in mitochondria, which contains some structural genes and is generally inherited only through the female line

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