Part of the human DNA strand. Although men have it, it is only passed from mothers to their children. See 'Some Notes on Archaeology'.
Mitochondrial DNA
Fact of the Day
The Sudan has more pyramids than Egypt.
Quote of the Day
"A desperate disease requires a dangerous remedy.
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~ Guy Fawkes
On This Day
1586 American colonists arrived in Plymouth with large quantities of tobacco. Smoking caught on quickly, though it was also used in tea.
1694 The Bank of England was founded by an act of parliament as a way to finance government debt by private subscription.
1943 The concentrated Allied bombing of Hamburg led to a three hour firestorm that killed approx 30,000 civilians.