, ZOL3703 Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026 - DUE 13 March 2026
QUESTION 1
Simple Sketch of a Trypanosoma Cell
Explanation of Labelled Structures
1. Kinetoplast
The kinetoplast is a dense DNA-containing structure located inside the single large
mitochondrion, near the base of the flagellum. It contains mitochondrial DNA
(kDNA).
In African hosts, the kinetoplast supports survival by regulating mitochondrial
function. Although mitochondrial activity is reduced in the bloodstream form, the
kinetoplast maintains mitochondrial integrity and allows the parasite to adapt
QUESTION 1
Simple Sketch of a Trypanosoma Cell
Explanation of Labelled Structures
1. Kinetoplast
The kinetoplast is a dense DNA-containing structure located inside the single large
mitochondrion, near the base of the flagellum. It contains mitochondrial DNA
(kDNA).
In African hosts, the kinetoplast supports survival by regulating mitochondrial
function. Although mitochondrial activity is reduced in the bloodstream form, the
kinetoplast maintains mitochondrial integrity and allows the parasite to adapt
