Multiple Choice
The duplication of homeotic Hox) genes has been significant in the evolution of animals because it
A) reduced morphological diversity into simpler forms of life.
B) caused the extinction of major groups.
C) allowed animals to survive on significantly fewer calories.
D) permitted the evolution of novel forms.
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