When a Transposable Element Inserts into a Gene, It Can

question 110

Multiple Choice

When a transposable element inserts into a gene, it can:

• A)interfere with transcription.
• B)cause errors in RNA processing.
• C)disrupt the open reading frame.
• D)cause the gene to duplicate itself.
• E)cause the gene to delete itself.

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