When Analyzing the Sequence of Genes Similar to Ones Already

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Essay

When analyzing the sequence of genes similar to ones already known, why is the amino acid sequence of the protein more important than the DNA sequence?

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Distillation

A process of separating components from a liquid mixture by selective boiling and condensation, commonly used in the purification of water, alcohol, and chemicals.

Hydrocarbon

is an organic compound consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon atoms, commonly found in fossil fuels and as the basis of various organic substances.

Petroleum

A naturally occurring liquid found beneath the Earth's surface that can be refined into fuel and various chemical products.

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Energy that is produced and sold commercially, often in the form of electricity, natural gas, oil, and coal.