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Chapter 24, Problem 1A
Chimp and human DNA whole-genome sequences differ by about 1.23%. Determine which of the following explanations is most consistent is most consistent with the substantial differences in morphology and behavior between the two species.
a. It must be due largely to gene expression.
b. It must be due exclusively to environmental differences.
c. It cannot be explained with current genetic theory.
d. The different are caused by random effects during development.
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Which of the following statements about the differential expression of human genes is correct?
A. Differential expression does not occur during embryogenesis (development of the embryo).
B. The unused genes in differentiated cells no longer retain the potential to be expressed.
C. Gene expression patterns of all cells are identical.
D. Every cell nucleus contains the complete genome established in the fertilized egg.
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data collected on seven primate species.
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