Which Portion of an Organism's Genome Is Most Likely to Diverge

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which portion of an organism's genome is most likely to diverge most rapidly over evolutionary time?

• A)the noncoding gene regulatory regions.
• B)the noncoding telomeric sequences.
• C)the exons.
• D)the sequences at the intron/exon border.

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Definitions:

Catharsis

A process of releasing and thereby providing relief from strong or repressed emotions.

Emotional Release

The process of expressing or letting go of pent-up emotions, which can be therapeutic and promote well-being.

Disturbance

An interruption of a peaceful or calm state, or an event that causes turmoil or disruption.

Inhibition

The process of restraining or decreasing the rate of a reaction, often used in the context of neural processes and psychological responses.