For a genetic map of a chromosome, distances are measured in units of:
A)SNPs.
B)RFLPs.
C)centiMorgans.
D)base pairs.
E)contigs.

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Distances on a genetic map are measured in centiMorgans (cM), which reflect the frequency of recombination events between genetic markers. This unit of measurement takes into account both the distance between markers and the likelihood of genetic recombination occurring between them, providing a more accurate estimate of genetic distance than simply counting the number of base pairs. SNPs, RFLPs, and contigs are all measures of genetic variation or sequence, but do not necessarily reflect distance between markers.

For a Genetic Map of a Chromosome, Distances Are Measured