How Do Mitochondrial and Chloroplast Genetic Codes Differ?

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The discussion centers on the differences in genetic codes and coding schemes between mitochondria and chloroplasts. Both organelles evolved from bacteria and have a symbiotic relationship with eukaryotic cells. The genetic codes of mitochondria and chloroplasts differ from those of eukaryotes. Mitochondria are not plastids like chloroplasts; they are primarily involved in cellular respiration, while chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, highlighting their complementary yet opposing functions in energy metabolism.
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I have a homework assignment to tell the differences between the two's genetic codes and their coding schemes also, but truthfully I am now really sick, so tired that I can't think up anything, I am really afraid that I can't pdf and hand in my report on time, would you please shed a light on that for me ?

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Are you looking for difference between mitochondiria and chloroplast or between mitochondria/chloroplast and eukaryotes?

I'll get you started. Chlorolast and mitochondria have evolved from bacteria and they form a symbiotic relationship with eukaryotes. The genetic codes is different between bacteria and eukaryotes.
 
Mitochondia aren't plastids like chloroplasts. Mitochondira also perform cell respiration while chloroplasts perform photosynthesis.(they are almost the exact opposite)
 

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