7. Evolution - Gene Transfer Flashcards

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What are genetic sequences inherited vertically from?

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Parent to offspring as a result of sexual or asexual reproduction

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What does prokaryotes exchanging genetic material horizontally result in?

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Rapid evolutionary changes

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What can prokaryotes and viruses transfer DNA into?

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The genomes of eukaryotes

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