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Chapter 16, Problem 11P

When comparing genes from two sequenced genomes, how does one determine whether two genes are orthologous? What pitfalls arise when one or both of the genomes are not sequenced?

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Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach Plus Mastering Genetics with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (3rd Edition) (What's New in Genetics)

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