Multiple choice

Small DNA elements capable of transposing themselves in and out of the host genome in ways that affect the function of neighbouring DNA sequences are known as ________.

  1. jumping genes

  2. processed genes

  3. pseudogenes

  4. microsatellite sequences

  5. lines
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Explanation

Found in eukaryotic cells transposing themselves in and out of the host genome and can carry flanking regions of DNA.

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