Biology

Mitochondria are called semi-autonomous organelles because they have their own DNA and ribosomes.

This allows them to produce some of their own proteins and replicate independently to a certain extent. However, they still rely on the cell's nucleus for the majority of their proteins and overall regulation, which is why they are considered "semi-autonomous" rather than fully independent.

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They produce glucose independently: Mitochondria do not produce g...