The whole-genome shotgun approach for collecting the data used to determine the nucleotide sequence of microbial genomes uses
A. powerful computers and specialized software and automated sequencing of random fragments of genomic DNA.
B. automated sequencing of random fragments of genomic DNA.
C. powerful computers and specialized software.
D. Maxam Gilbert sequencing of cloned restriction fragments.
Answer: A
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A) acetyl~S-CoA B) glycogen C) adenosine triphosphate D) H2
Molecular barcodes are:
A. barcodes stamped on vegetables in the supermarket to indicate freshness B. DNA sequences used to identify and catalog biodiversity C. radioactively labeled genes used to detect horizontal transfer of genes D. genetic inversions used to detect crossovers E. All of the choices provided are incorrect.
The genome of most prokaryotes consists of moderately repetitive DNA
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
If after several generations 30 percent of the males have antlers with 9 to 11 points, 40 percent have antlers with 15 to 17 points, and 20 percent have antlers with 12 to 14 points, this development will have been the result of:
A) directional selection. B) disruptive selection. C) stabilizing selection. D) founder effect.