Mammalian Genomes All Have a Number of Genes for Globin

question 8

Short Answer

Mammalian genomes all have a number of genes for globin polypeptides. Several of these genes are functional, but several are never expressed. What are the nonfunctional ones known as?

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a type of resume that lists work history, education, and other relevant information in reverse chronological order, starting with the most recent experience.

Work History

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Scannable Resumé

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