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Published on: August 21, 2026
What map unit (Centimorgan) is adopted in the construction of genetic maps?
A
A unit of distance between two expressed genes representing 
cross over.
cross over.
B
A unit of distance between two expressed genes representing 
cross over.
cross over.
C
A unit of distance between genes on chromosomes, representing 
cross over.
cross over.
D
A unit of distance between genes on chromosomes, representing 
cross over.
cross over.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
1 map unit is equivalent to 
cross over. Map unit is used to measure genetic distance. This genetic distance is based on average number of cross over frequency.
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