Which statement correctly describes the multiplication of mitochondria?

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Which statement correctly describes the multiplication of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria divide by fission. Correct Mitochondria arise by packaging within the Golgi apparatus. Mitochondria form by fusion of lysosomal vesicles. Mitochondria are produced from the nuclear envelope.

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Mitochondria divide by fission. They also possess circular DNA, RNA, 70S ribosomes and components needed for the synthesis of some proteins.

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