The Distance Between Two Points on the Genetic Map of a Chromosome

question 4

Multiple Choice

The distance between two points on the genetic map of a chromosome is equal to:

• A) The average number of crossovers between them
• B) The exact number of crossovers between them as measured in one cell
• C) The estimated number of crossovers between them as measured in one cell
• D) None of these
• E) All of these

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