Why Is the COI Gene Sequence Unsuitable as a DNA

question 26

Multiple Choice

Why is the COI gene sequence unsuitable as a DNA barcode for plants?

• A) The gene has a much faster evolution rate in plants.
• B) The gene has a much slower evolution rate in plants.
• C) There are too many plant species.
• D) There are not enough plant species.
• E) It is too difficult to extract plant DNA.

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