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Question
20. DNA Barcoding uses which gene region in animals to rapidly identify an unknown species?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The standardized standard animal DNA barcode region is a ~648 bp fragment of the mitochondrial Cytochrome c Oxidase subunit I (COI) gene.
Hint
Mitochondrial gene COI serves as the standard barcode marker for animals.