25. Phylogeny
Phylogeny
Multiple Choice
Multiple ChoiceWhat is the evolutionary significance of paralogous genes?
A
They give the absolute time that the gene duplication occurred.
B
They give the absolute time that two species diverged.
C
The fact that many paralogous genes are found in vastly different organisms emphasizes the many biochemical and developmental pathways shared by all organisms.
D
None of the listed responses is correct.
E
They increase the size of the genome and provide more opportunity for the evolution of novel characteristics.
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