Keeping some DNA needed by mitochondria in the cell's nucleus allows for coordinated regulation of mitochondrial function and cellular metabolism by the host cell, enhancing adaptability to changing conditions. Conversely, having mitochondrial DNA within the mitochondria facilitates efficient local expression of proteins critical for energy production and respiration, optimizing the organelle's performance.
In two sentences, explain the advantage of keeping some DNA needed by mitochondria in the cell’s nucleus and some in the mitochondria itself.
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