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Garrulous

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on: Jul 9, 2013

In modern terminology, diversity is understood to be a result of genetic variation. Which of the following is a recognized source of variation for evolution?
A) mistakes in translation of structural genes
B) mistakes in protein folding
C) rampant changes to the dictionary of the genetic code
D) binary fission
E) recombination by crossing over in meiosis

Hawke

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2013

Hello

E is the answer.

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