M1segmenten
M1segmenten is a term used in the field of molecular biology and genetics to describe the first segment of the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA). Mitochondria are organelles found in eukaryotic cells that play a crucial role in cellular respiration, producing energy in the form of ATP. Each mitochondrion contains multiple copies of a circular DNA molecule, known as mtDNA, which is distinct from the nuclear DNA found in the cell's nucleus.
The M1 segment is one of the 13 segments that make up the mitochondrial genome. It is
The M1 segment is highly conserved across different species, reflecting its critical role in mitochondrial function.
Research on the M1 segment and other segments of the mitochondrial genome continues to provide insights into