Neutral Mutations Tend to Accumulate in DNA at a Predictable

question 10

Essay

Neutral mutations tend to accumulate in DNA at a predictable rate; like the ticks of a __________, they can help researchers estimate how long ago two lineages diverged.

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Definitions:

Global Migrants

Individuals who move from their country of origin to live or work in another country.

Low-Wage Workers

denotes individuals who are employed in positions that pay at or below the lower end of the pay scale, often insufficient to support a standard living.

Fertility Rate

The average number of children born to a woman over her lifetime within a specific population.

Empowering Women

Refers to the process of increasing the degree of autonomy and self-determination in women to enable them to represent their interests in a responsible and self-determined way, thereby enhancing their ability to influence social change.