Question
Biology Question on the molecular basis of inheritance
What is C-value paradox ?
A
Haploid DNA content
B
Huge variations in C-values between species
C
Constant C-value for all species
D
Diploid DNA content
Answer
Huge variations in C-values between species
Explanation
Solution
The haploid DNA content in an individual is described as its C-value. C-value paradox is huge variations in C-values between species, where apparent complexity doesn?? vary correspondingly. Substantial variations in the nuclear DNA content exists even between closely related species and cannot be easily explained, e.g. Mammals contain 1 -5pg DNA per haploid genome, but in salamander it is 100 pg.