Which genetic map is derived from overlapping short pieces of DNA and is used to distinguish genes tens of kilobases apart?
A) Cytogenetic map
B) Linkage map
C) Physical map
D) Sequence map
E) Genotype map

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Physical maps use overlapping short pieces of DNA, also known as contigs, to determine a specific chromosomal location. These maps are used to distinguish genes tens of kilobases apart. Cytogenetic maps use the physical features of chromosomes to map genes, while linkage and sequence maps use genetic markers, such as SNPs or microsatellites, to create a genetic map of a genome. Genotype maps are not a commonly used term in genetics.

Which Genetic Map Is Derived from Overlapping Short Pieces of DNA