In three to five sentences, explain the advantage of keeping some DNA needed by mitochondria in the cell’s nucleus and some in the mitochondria itself.v
Keeping some DNA needed by mitochondria in the cell's nucleus and some in the mitochondria itself provides several advantages. Firstly, having a portion of the mitochondrial DNA in the nucleus allows for better protection and repair mechanisms as the nucleus is better equipped with DNA repair machinery. Secondly, having mitochondrial DNA in both the nucleus and mitochondria allows for better coordination of gene expression and regulation between the two compartments. This ensures efficient functioning of mitochondria and energy production in the cell. Finally, having a fraction of mitochondrial DNA in the nucleus provides an evolutionary advantage as it allows for genetic variation and adaptation in response to changes in the environment.
