A Gene Encoding a Subunit of Hemoglobin in Humans Is

question 72

Multiple Choice

A gene encoding a subunit of hemoglobin in humans is found to be homologous to a gene in chimpanzees. The homologous gene in chimpanzees likely _____.

• A) is a pseudogene
• B) encodes the same hemoglobin subunit
• C) is inactive because it is in a different species
• D) is a regulatory sequence
• E) encodes a respiratory enzyme

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