Disagreements Between Conclusions Obtained from RRNA Data and Other Techniques

question 38

Multiple Choice

Disagreements between conclusions obtained from rRNA data and other techniques may be explained by

• A) horizontal DNA transfer.
• B) vertical DNA transfer.
• C) the difference in translation machinery.
• D) vertical RNA transfer.
• E) differences in post-replication modification.

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Definitions:

Erythrocyte

A red blood cell that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues and carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.

Platelet

A small, disk-shaped cell fragment in the blood that helps in blood clotting by clumping and forming plugs in blood vessel injuries.

Mast Cell

A type of white blood cell found in connective tissue, playing a key role in allergic reactions and inflammation by releasing histamine and other chemicals.

Connective Tissue

A type of body tissue that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs in the body.