Which of the following statements about transposable elements is true?
A) Their insertion into genes can disrupt gene function.
B) Their position can vary in different strains of bacteria.
C) All are transposons.
D) Both a and b
E) Both b and c

Question

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Transposable elements are mobile genetic elements that can move within genomes and are found in all organisms. Their insertion into genes can disrupt gene function and their position can vary in different strains of bacteria. However, not all transposable elements are transposons - some are retrotransposons or DNA transposons. Therefore, options A and B only are the most accurate. Option C is incorrect as it excludes retrotransposons and DNA transposons.

Which of the Following Statements About Transposable Elements Is True