7 Questions
Which haplogroup has the most genetic diversity?
Haplogroup L
Where did haplogroups M and N primarily populate?
M - South Asia, N - Eurasia
What is the result of reduced electron transfer efficiency in haplogroups M and N?
Less efficient/more heat generation of mitochondria
What process led to the evolution of mitochondria?
Endosymbiotic theory
How do variants in mitochondrial DNA develop?
DNA replication/repair errors and subsequent selection
What method was used in early mitochondrial molecular phylogeny?
Restriction length polymorphism/gel electrophoresis
When did Eve's mitochondria first appear, giving rise to the L0 haplogroup?
About 200,000 years ago
Test your knowledge of mitochondrial inheritance with this quiz. Explore topics such as the endosymbiotic theory, the biology of mitochondria, circular DNA, reproduction by fission, and the incorporation of proteobacterial genes into the host genome. Delve into the significance of Eve's mitochondria in the peopling of the world through mitochondrial haplotypes.
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