What is the most probable basis for the evolution of mitochondria and chloroplasts?

a. Bacteria can be taken up by host cells.
b. Light is an energy source.
c. ATP can carry energy.
d. Oxygen is a by-product of photosynthesis.
e. Energy can be transformed from one form to another.


ANSWER: a

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