When a gene is duplicated resulting in two copies, there are three possible fates for the duplicate copy Sort each item to the appropriate bin. Potential to generate a new phenotype Most likely outcome for duplicated genes Pseudogene (Nonfunctionalization) 4 Both gene copies are required to carry out the functions of the original gene One gene copy is inactivated due to deleterious mutations Subfunctionalization Most interesting evolutionary outcome for duplicated genes Least likely outcome for duplicated genes Reset Help Neofunctionalization

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A mitochondrion is a cellular organelle that serves as the site for cellular respiration and energy production (ATP or Adenosine Triphosphate). It is a double-membrane-bound organelle and is only present in eukaryotic cells.