Which Gene Would Most Likely Be Found in the Genomes

question 9

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-producing lactate
• E) a gene for cellulose breakdown

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