Which of the following represents a challenge in applying the molecular species concept?

a. Many deleterious mutations in the gene of interest

b. Large sections of DNA that code for important structural proteins

c. Disagreement over how different two individuals must be to be considered separate species

d. Low levels of vicariance in the population that make speciation more likely

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Kellen Hicks

Biology

24 November, 07:03

Which of the following represents a challenge in applying the molecular species concept?

a. Many deleterious mutations in the gene of interest

b. Large sections of DNA that code for important structural proteins

c. Disagreement over how different two individuals must be to be considered separate species

d. Low levels of vicariance in the population that make speciation more likely

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Angela Patton · Answer 1

The correct answer is C, Disagreement over how different two individuals must be to be considered separate species.

Explanation:

Even though the "species" is one of the most significant units in science, the meaning of the term is still disputable and a reason for differences among biologists. Most biological information is given concerning a species and the disagreement over the definition of species is a major impediment in applying the molecular species concept.