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By finding recombination frequencies for many gene pairs, we can make linkage maps that show the order and relative distances of the genes on the chromosome.
The pairwise map distances for four linked genes are as follows: A-B = 22 m.u., B-C = 7 m.u., C-D = 9 m.u., B-D = 2 m.u., A-D = 20 m.u., A-C = 29 m.u. What is the order of these four genes? A: ABCD B: ADBC C: ABDC D: BADC E: CADB
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The genetic map distance is measured by using the recombinant frequency. It shows the relative distance between different genes on a chromosome in the unit of centimorgan. The physical map distance is measured objectively and directly in the unit of nucleotide base.
Consider the steps of gene expression. 1) The ribosome binds to the mRNA and uses tRNAs to translate mRNA into the corresponding amino acid polypeptide sequence. 2) The spliceosome removes introns. 3) The primary structure of the polypeptide chain undergoes hierarchical foldings to form the tertiary structure.
Discover the fascinating world of genetic recombination and gene mapping. Learn how the distance between genes on a chromosome influences their likelihood to recombine. Dive into the concept of centimorgans, the unit of measurement for gene distance, and how it relates to the frequency of recombination. Created by Efrat Bruck.
Mating experiments can be used to map the relative distance between linked genes. Learning Objectives. To understand why Mendel’s laws of inheritance do not apply to linked genes. To understand the linear arrangement of genes along a chromosome. To understand how meiosis and crossing over results in recombinant gametes.
