What might be the outcome of repeated duplications of one or a few genes in a species' genome?
A) tetraploidy
B) semisterility
C) the presence of gene families
D) repetitive DNA that is of no use to the cell
E) fusion of segments of two chromosomes into one
C) the presence of gene families
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disorder where a defective membrane transport protein leads to abnormal chloride levels in extracellular fluids.
a. Duchenne muscular dystrophy b. phenylketonuria c. achondroplasia d. sickle-cell anemia e. cystic fibrosis
Which of the following are potentially pathogenic to humans?
a. Archaea b. Bacteria c. Archaea and Bacteria d. Cyanobacteria e. Methanogens
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Homologues of the nascent-chain-associated chaperone (NAC) protein folding system are found in bacteria, eukaryotes, and archaea.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)