The organelle that contains its own DNA and ribosomes and is involved in apoptosis is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The organelle that contains its own DNA and ribosomes and is involved in apoptosis is the:
A. Endoplasmic reticulum
B. Peroxisome
C. Lysosome
D. Mitochondria
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Mitochondria release cytochrome c and other factors that activate caspases, initiating apoptosis. They have circular DNA and 70S ribosomes.

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