Human cells contain mitochondria, which are responsible for processing the energy needed by our cells. Remember that the ancestors of mitochondria may once have been free-living prokaryotes. If mitochondria were still considered to be separate organisms within our cells, which of the following would best describe our relationship with them?

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If mitochondria were still considered separate organisms within our cells, our relationship with them would be considered mutualistic because the mitochondria provide energy to our cells while we provide them with the necessary resources to survive.

Human Cells Contain Mitochondria, Which Are Responsible for Processing the Energy