Genes Found in Different Species That Diverge as a Result

question 223

Multiple Choice

Genes found in different species that diverge as a result of speciation are called _______, whereas genes in the same or different organisms that arise by gene duplication are called _______.

• A) paralogs; homologs
• B) orthologs; homologs
• C) orthologs; paralogs
• D) paralogs; orthologs
• E) homologs; paralogs

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Definitions:

Duration of Stress

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Developing Colds

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