Which of the Following Statements Is Accurate, at Least According

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is accurate, at least according to our present knowledge?

• A) Eukaryotes acquired nuclear genes only in the distant past; these genes can allow survival in anaerobic environments.
• B) Genes from prokaryotes have been acquired by some eukaryotes; these genes can allow survival in extreme environments.
• C) Prokaryotes acquired genes from eukaryotes many times; these genes can allow survival in extreme environments.
• D) Prokaryotes acquired genes from fungi; these genes can allow the digestion of cellulose.

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