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Mitochondrial genes (2 of 2) Image caption: Nuclear DNA is inherited from all ancestors. Mitochondrial DNA is inherited from a single lineage. << Back to search results

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Mitochondrial genes (1 of 2) Mitochondria are passed from mother to child — your mitochondrial genes are a genetic gift from your mother alone. The genes in the nuclei of your cells (your nuclear genes) come from both parents.