What are two features that characterize processed pseudogenes, and how do these arise?
What will be an ideal response?
Processed pseudogenes contain no introns or promoters, and arise when processed mRNAs are accidentally reverse transcribed to DNA by reverse transcriptase, and then inserted back in the genome at alternate locations.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Fertilization of a secondary oocyte normally occurs in the
A. ovary. B. vagina. C. uterine tube. D. uterus. E. peritoneal cavity.
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A) must consume hundreds of calories. B) increase heat production by shivering flight muscles of the thorax. C) seek shade. D) increase anaerobic respiration.