Genomes and Their Evolution: Chp 21

Question 1

bioinformatics

Answer 1

the use of computers , software, and mathematical models to process and integrate the incredible volume of data from these sequencing projects

Question 2

transposable elements

Answer 2

stretches of DNA that can move from one location to another in the genome with the aid of an enzyme, transposase

Question 3

transposons

Answer 3

can interrupt normal gene function if inserted int he middle of a functional gene or alter gene expression if inserted into a regulatory element

Question 4

homeotic genes

Answer 4

master regulatory genes that control placement and spatial organization of body parts by controlling the developmental fate of groups of cells

Question 5

homeobox

Answer 5

a widely conserved 180-nucleotide sequence found within homeotic genes