Both Deletions and Insertions Occur During the Evolution of Microbial

question 73

Multiple Choice

Both deletions and insertions occur during the evolution of microbial genomes.Insertions bring in new genes that may be useful for the cell,but deletions

• A) may increase fitness of a microorganism by eliminating unneeded genes.
• B) always result in a severe loss of fitness for the microorganism.
• C) are uncommon because they are usually lethal.
• D) always result in a severe loss of fitness but keep microbial genomes compact.

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Definitions:

Normal Faulting

Normal faulting occurs when the crust is extended and a rock mass is displaced downward along a fault plane relative to another rock mass, due to tensional forces.

Regional Elevation

The average height of a specific area above sea level, which can influence climate, weather patterns, and habitat types.

Erosion

A natural process where material from the Earth's surface is worn away by natural agents such as water, wind, or ice.

Lithosphere

The outermost layer of the Earth, comprising the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle, which is rigid and brittle.