What is a gene superfamily? What are genes made of? What family gene means? Why are jumping genes important?

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)
11th Edition
ISBN:9781305251052
Author:Michael Cummings
Publisher:Michael Cummings
Chapter15: Genomes And Genomics
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 10QP: What percentage of the DNA in the genome actually corresponds to genes? How much is actually...
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What is a gene superfamily? What are genes made of?
What family gene means?
Why are jumping genes important?
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Genes are present on the chromosomes. A gene is considered to control the inheritance of one character (unit of function). A gene does not produce a character itself, although it may exercise the major control on its development.

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