Which Gene Would Most Likely Be Found in the Genomes

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which gene would most likely be found in the genomes of all present-day organisms?

• A)an amino-acyl tRNA synthetase gene ​
• B)a photosynthetic gene
• C)a nitrogen fixation gene
• D)a gene for anaerobic respiration
• E)a gene for cellulose breakdown

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