Genetic Distances Associated with Genetic Maps Are Generally Obtained

question 21

Multiple Choice

Genetic distances associated with genetic maps are generally obtained

• A) by determining the number of chromosomes in the genome.
• B) by assessing the location of chromosomes in the nucleus.
• C) by an analysis of the frequency of recombination between genes.
• D) by counting the number of base pairs between restriction sites.
• E) by sequencing the genome.

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