Organisms with greater phylogenetic distance in their genomes have less gene exchange than those with less phylogenetic distance.

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This statement is true. Organisms with greater phylogenetic distance have more genetic differences and may have developed different mechanisms for reproduction and gene transfer, making gene exchange less likely. In contrast, organisms with less phylogenetic distance may have more opportunities for gene exchange as a result of shared evolutionary history and genetic similarity.

Organisms with Greater Phylogenetic Distance in Their Genomes Have Less