Transposons,or Jumping Genes,are DNA Elements That Move Within the Genome

question 46

Multiple Choice

Transposons,or jumping genes,are DNA elements that move within the genome.In which organismic groups are transposons found?

• A) bacteria
• B) eukaryotes
• C) mammals
• D) ancient bacteria
• E) all organismic groups

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