What Percentage of the Human Genome is Derived from Transposable

Question

What percentage of the human genome is derived from transposable elements?
A)less than 5%
B)25%
C)50%
D)75%
E)nearly 100%

Accepted Answer

Approximately 50% of the human genome is derived from transposable elements. These elements are DNA sequences that are able to move within the genome and can contribute to both genetic variation and disease.