Amolecule that can be used as a molecular clock has a neutral mutation rate of one mutation per 10 million years. how many years ago did two species share a common ancestor if the molecules found in these two species differ by a total of six mutations?
a. 6 million years
b. 10 million years
c. 30 million years
d. 60 million years

Answer;

D.60 million years

Explanation;

The two species shared a common ancestor 60 million years ago, if the molecules found in these two species differ by a total of six mutations.

Mutation is a sudden, random spontaneous change that occur in the genetic make up of an organism or a cell.

If one mutation occurred after 10 million years;

Then six mutations will need (6 ×10) 60 million years.

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there are eight kinds of oi defects, and each kind varies with certain distinctions in symptoms. the usual symptoms include frequent bone fractures, loss of hearing in infants, protruding eyes, discoloration of the white in the eyes, respiratory issues, loosening of the joints, short stature, and other symptoms.  

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