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What is one defining characteristic of parasite genomes?

Large genomes

Prevalence of horizontally transferred genes

Small genomes (correct)

Highly complex genomes

What is the focus of neuroethology?

The genetic basis of nervous system disorders

The evolutionary history of nervous systems

The relationship between brain structures and behavior (correct)

The development of nervous systems

Which transcription factors are known to play a crucial role in the formation of the body plan in Bilaterians?

Pax genes

Sox genes

Hox genes (correct)

MyoD genes

What is one correct statement regarding Darwin's work "On the Origin of Species"?

<p>Darwin's book remains relevant to modern biology despite the absence of accurate details on mechanisms of inheritance and the understanding of genes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the greatest genetic diversity among humans observed today?

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Plant Secondary Metabolites and Insect Evolution

Plant secondary metabolites play a key role in insect evolution.
A link exists between food specialization and insect diversity among plant-eating insects.

Measuring Individual Fitness

An individual's fitness is assessed based on its lifetime reproductive success.

Parasite Genome Characteristics

Parasites typically have small genomes.
They often exhibit many species-specific genes.

Transcription Factors in Bilateria Development

Hox genes are involved in patterning along the anterior-posterior axis of bilaterian organisms.

Darwin's "On the Origin of Species"

Darwin's book remains relevant to modern biology despite not including accurate inheritance mechanisms.
Mendel's contemporary experiments were not directly influential on Darwin's natural selection theory.

Oldest Modern Human Fossils

The oldest anatomically modern human fossils were discovered in Morocco.

Human Genetic Diversity

Genetic diversity is highest in Africa.

Neuroethology

Neuroethology combines behavioral research and neurobiological methods.

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Test your knowledge on evolutionary biology concepts, including plant secondary metabolites, insect evolution, and individual fitness. Explore key topics such as parasite genome characteristics, transcription factors in development, and the significance of Darwin's theories.