According to endosymbiotic theory, which subcellular structures were once independent prokaryotic organisms?
A) Mitochondria and lysosomes
B) Mitochondria and chloroplasts
C) Chloroplasts and peroxisomes
D) Golgi apparatus and nucleus
E) Nucleus and lysosomes

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Endosymbiotic theory suggests that mitochondria and chloroplasts were once independent prokaryotic organisms that were engulfed by larger cells and evolved into organelles.

According to Endosymbiotic Theory, Which Subcellular Structures Were Once Independent