In Humans, a Large Number of Genes Associated with Immune

question 12

Short Answer

In humans, a large number of genes associated with immune function share sequence similarity
and are evolutionarily related. These would be known as what kind of group?

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Definitions:

Mutagen

An agent, such as radiation or a chemical substance, that causes genetic mutation.

Carcinogen

is any substance, radionuclide, or radiation that promotes carcinogenesis, the formation of cancer, by altering cellular metabolism or damaging DNA directly in cells.

Stock Split

A corporate action that increases the number of a company's shares by issuing more shares to current shareholders, thus reducing the price per share.

Common Stock Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders of its common stock, typically in the form of cash or additional shares.