Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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The blank space in the statement, “______________ is the capacity of structurally different components of a system to perform the same or similar functions.”

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The system biologyhelps in the deeper understanding ofliving organisms. It is based on the principles of engineering. As eachsystem is allowed to perform some specific function, in case of living organisms, a particular organ performs a particular function. In contrast, livingorganisms are continuously evolving. So, due to variation and adaptations, it is possible forliving organismsto have overlapping functions.

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