Refer to the Table Showing the Number of Genes in Three

question 113

Multiple Choice

Refer to the table showing the number of genes in three bacteria (E.coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Mycoplasma genitalium) for different functions. E.coli has about _______ times as many protein-coding genes and about _______ times as many regulatory proteins as does M.genitalium.

• A) 2; 3
• B) 2; 9
• C) 4; 9
• D) 4; 25
• E) 9; 25

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Definitions:

Seafloor

The bottom of the ocean, covering a vast area and including features like plains, mountains, and trenches.

Continental Shelves

The underwater landmasses that extend around the continents, typically extending from the shore to a drop-off point known as the shelf break.

Abyssal Plains

Large, flat areas of the ocean floor that are among the deepest, most remote parts of the Earth's surface.

Abyssal Plains

Deep, flat or gently sloping areas of the ocean floor, situated between the continental margins and mid-ocean ridges, covered by sediment.