Biology 2e
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Author: Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark
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Chapter 16, Problem 6RQ
How does the regulation of gene expression support continued evolution of more complex organisms?
- Cells can become specialized within a multicellular organism
- Organisms can conserve energy and
resources - Cells grow larger to accommodate protein production
- Both A and B.
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Chapter 16 Solutions
Biology 2e
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