What are self replicating organelles?

Self replicating organelles are those organelles of a cell which can divide themselves and create copies of themselves. The main two self replicating organelles are: Mitochondria Plastids (in plants) Are Peroxisomes self replicating organelles of cell? Peroxisomes are also included by some biologists in the list of self replicating organelles, however they do not have … Read more

Winging of Scapula

winging of scapula

A winged scapula is also called scapula alata. This is a condition in which the shoulder blade formed by shoulder bones media end protrudes in an abnormal shape and position on persons back. The abnormal scapula gives the shape of a wing and thus called winged scapula. This condition can be caused due to damage … Read more

Flexor hallucis longus muscle

The Flexor hallucis longus is one of the deep muscles of the lower limb. Flexor hallucis longus is present in the deep posterior compartment of the leg along with other deep muscles of the leg. Muscles of deep posterior compartment of leg The muscles of the posterior compartment of the leg include: flexor hallucis longus … Read more