19. Genomics
Genomes
Multiple Choice
Multiple ChoiceChromosomal rearrangements may be important in evolution because __________.
A
offspring who inherit two differently arranged sets of chromosomes instantly become a new species
B
chromosomal rearrangements caused the extinction of dinosaurs, thereby allowing mammals to become dominant
C
chromosome rearrangements cause new genes to evolve
D
chromosome rearrangements may cause genetic diseases
E
chromosome rearrangements lead to gene duplication, thus generating a "spare" copy of the gene that is free to evolve and acquire a new function
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