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Low Oxygen Levels Within the Arterial Blood and Resulting from a Failure

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Low oxygen levels within the arterial blood and resulting from a failure of the gas exchange function best describe


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Mobile Elements

DNA sequences that can change their position within the genome, sometimes creating or reversing mutations and altering the cell's genetic identity.

Horizontal Gene Transfer

The movement of genetic material between unicellular and/or multicellular organisms other than by the "vertical" transmission of DNA from parent to offspring.

dN/dS Ratio

A measure used in genetic studies to quantify the relative rate of non-synonymous (dN) to synonymous (dS) mutations, indicating selective pressure.

Neutrally

In a manner that is unbiased, not favoring one side, or in genetics, referring to mutations that do not affect an organism's fitness.

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