Why Are Transposable Elements Considered to Be Selfish Genes

question 17

Multiple Choice

Why are transposable elements considered to be selfish genes?

• A)They produce products toxic to the host.
• B)They replicate outside of the chromosome.
• C)They replicate using the host's resources without direct benefit to the host.
• D)They spread rapidly throughout the genome.
• E)They produce products that prevent cooperation between cells.

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