A Paralog Is A(n) ________, While an Ortholog Is A(n)

question 65

Multiple Choice

A paralog is a(n) ________, while an ortholog is a(n) ________.

• A) homologous gene within a species; analogous gene separated by a speciation event
• B) homologous gene separated by a speciation event; homologous gene that arises from a duplication event
• C) homologous gene within a species; homologous gene separated by a speciation event
• D) analogous gene within a species; homologous gene within a species

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