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Genomes and Their Evolution — Sequencing, Gene Families, and Comparative Genomics Explained | Chapter 21 of Campbell Biology

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Genomes and Their Evolution — Sequencing, Gene Families, and Comparative Genomics Explained | Chapter 21 of Campbell Biology Welcome to Last Minute Lecture! This post explores the rapidly evolving field of genomics, as covered in Chapter 21 of Campbell Biology . Learn about the Human Genome Project, advances in genome sequencing, bioinformatics, transposable elements, gene duplication, and how comparative genomics illuminates evolutionary relationships. Watch the full video summary below and subscribe for clear, chapter-by-chapter guides to genomics and evolution! Introduction: The Genomic Revolution Genomics investigates the structure, function, and evolution of entire genomes. Chapter 21 explores how new technologies have revolutionized our understanding of genetic complexity, gene families, and the evolutionary forces that shape genomes across all forms of life. The Human Genome Project and Sequencing Technologies Human Genome Project: Completed in 2003, this proj...