Meaning of the word mitochondrial in English

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mitochondrial

US /ˌmaɪ.t̬əˈkɑːn.dri.əl/
UK /ˌmaɪ.təˈkɒn.dri.əl/
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Adjective

relating to or characteristic of mitochondria

Example:
Scientists are studying mitochondrial DNA to trace human ancestry.
A defect in mitochondrial function can lead to various diseases.