ISSN:
1432-1432
Keywords:
Multigene Family, size
;
Selective forces
;
Homologous but unequal crossing over
;
Monte Carlo simulation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Summary A Monte Carlo-type simulation of the evolution of a multigene family was performed. The model was designed to study the selective forces which may control the size of a multigene family. As expected, we find that direct selection on the size of the multigene family can control its size. More important, we find that selection acting upon the family as a single functional unit, in conjunction with homologous but unequal crossing over, can also control the size of a multigene family.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01732947
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