Mitochondria and chloroplast have their own DNA and replicate separately from the nucleus and they can synthesize ATP. Can they survive outside of the cell?

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Mitochondria and chloroplast have their own DNA and replicate separately from the nucleus and they can synthesize ATP. Can they survive outside of the cell? Explain. Gracias!
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