In Which Group Would You Expect the Greatest Extent of Lateral

question 14

Multiple Choice

In which group would you expect the greatest extent of lateral gene transfer?

• A) Bacteria
• B) Plants
• C) Arthropods
• D) Mammals
• E) Birds

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Definitions:

Polyandrous Bond

A relationship structure where one female forms a mating relationship with more than one male.

New World Monkey

A group of primates found primarily in Central and South America, characterized by wide, side-facing nostrils among other features.

Old World Monkey

A group of primates native to Africa and Asia, distinguished from New World monkeys by certain physical and genetic traits.

Concealed Ovulation

A reproductive feature of some primates, including humans, where physical signs of ovulation are not visibly apparent to others.