During reproduction, a sperm does not contribute any mitochondria to the egg, ensuring that the average person only receives mitochondria from their mother. Are there instances where someone, for some reason, DOES receive it from their father? If so, how does this affect the fetus/person?
by /u/Ulmaxes in /r/askscience
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