One Surprising Discovery from the Analysis of Bacterial Genomes Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

One surprising discovery from the analysis of bacterial genomes is that

• A)very few species contain plasmids.
• B)there is only one copy of each gene present within a bacterial genome.
• C)there are many genes of unknown function.
• D)bacterial genomes are always contained on a single circular chromosome.
• E)there is almost no difference between the genomes of diverse bacteria.

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Definitions:

Temporomandibular Joint

The joint connecting the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull's temporal bone, allowing movement of the jaw.

Abduction/Adduction

Movements that refer to the motion of a limb away from or towards the central axis of the body.

Depression/Elevation

Movements referring to the lowering (depression) and raising (elevation) of body parts, like the jaw or shoulders.

Opposition

The movement or capability of positioning one's thumb against the fingertips of the same hand, enabling grasping and manipulation of objects.