[Campbell Biology P.40] Based on the text, which of the following processes contribute to g... | Practice Question

Based on the text, which of the following processes contribute to genome evolution? Select all that apply

  • A: Duplication of entire chromosome sets.
  • B: Alterations of chromosome structure.
  • C: Rearrangements of parts of genes, including exon duplication and exon shuffling.
  • D: Contributions from transposable elements.
  • E: Photosynthesis.

Explanation

Concept 21.5 is titled 'Duplication, rearrangement, and mutation of DNA contribute to genome evolution,' and its subtopics list several relevant processes including duplication of chromosome sets, alterations of chromosome structure, rearrangements of parts of genes like exon duplication and shuffling , and how transposable elements contribute.