By the end of chapter 3, readers will be familiar with two main lines of evidence for junk DNA: the C-Value Paradox, and the fact that most of our genome is full of bits and pieces of dead transposons and viruses. They will also understand that this is perfectly consistent with modern evolutionary theory.
Chapter 3: Repetitive DNA and Mobile Genetic Elements
Chapter 3: Repetitive DNA and Mobile Genetic Elements
- Centromeres
- Telomeres
- Mobile genetic elements
- Hidden viruses in your genome
- What the heck is a transposon?
- LINES and SINES
- How much of our genome is composed of transposon-related sequences?
- BOX 3-1: What does the humped bladderwort tell us about junk DNA?
- Selfish genes and selfish DNA
- Mitochondria are invading your genome!
- Selection hypotheses
- Exaptation and the post hoc fallacy
- Box 3-2: Natural genetic engineering?
- If it walks like a duck ...
