Some inherited syndromes,for example MERRF (myoclonic epilepsy with ragged red fibers) ,interfere with the function of mitochondria.From what you know about mitochondria,why do you think the muscles and the nervous system are the predominant tissues affected in MERRF?
A) Mitochondria are the most metabolically active and require the most energy.
B) Mitochondria have the largest role in digestion.
C) Mitochondria are only found in these cell types.
D) Mitochondria have their own DNA and ribosomes.
E) Mitochondria,similar to chloroplasts,require light energy to function.
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