Analysis of DNA sequences from two individuals of the same species results in a greater estimate of genetic variability than does analysis of amino acid sequences from the same individuals because...

A. different DNA sequences can code for the same amino acid
B. Some amino acid variations cannot be detected b protein electrophoresis
C. DNA sequencing is more reliable technique than protein electrophoresis
D. proteins are more easily damaged than is DNA
E. DNA is more heat-sensitive and therefore varies more


Answer: A. different DNA sequences can code for the same amino acid

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