Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
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The DNA sequence change that does not have any impact on the function of gene.
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The relatedness among various organisms is determined through the similarity of their DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) sequence. This type of study comes under the branch of molecular phylogeny. The related organisms are arranged in branching groups called clade or monophyletic group. The organisms in clade have a common ancestor.
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