Question

...........................is a major mechanism through which new genetic material is generated during molecular evolution.

A DNA deletion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Gene duplication Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Gene insertion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D DNA transformation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Gene duplication is a major mechanism through which new genetic material is generated during molecular evolution. It can be defined as any duplication of a region of DNA that contains a gene.

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