Question

The theory of endosymbiosis suggests that chloroplasts and mitochondria were once free-living prokaryotes, that were engulfed by larger prokaryotic cells. Eventually, this relationship lead to the development of eukaryotic cells with cellular organelles. These organelles included mitochondria, and in some cases, chloroplasts. Which of these is not supported by the endosymbiosis theory concerning organelles? A) contain DNA. B) contain ribosomes. C) are capable of living independently. D) are surrounded by a double membrane.

Answer 1

C) are capable of living independently.
Organelles are NOT capable of living in their own. Cells are the smallest units of life.

Answer 2

I think it's C) because organalles are not capable of living independenly. They are in need of the help of other cell material which will help them survive.