Modular construction of genomes allows rapid evolution

[hivesaeed4]

Hi,
I read the following recently in a book on genetics:

The modular construction of genomes has allowed the relatively rapid evolution of biological complexity.

I could'nt understand what the modular construction of genomes mean. Is it referring to genes which make up a genome?

 

[mishrashubham]

Hi,
I read the following recently in a book on genetics:

The modular construction of genomes has allowed the relatively rapid evolution of biological complexity.

I could'nt understand what the modular construction of genomes mean. Is it referring to genes which make up a genome?

Hmm.. it does make sense. The modules over here seem to be genes; which can be individually altered (via mutation). Can't be exactly sure without the context though.

 

[bobze]

I suspect they are talking about developmental genes (EvoDevo), but its hard to tell without a title and a context. If you could provide it, that would probably get you a better answer.

 

[hivesaeed4]

Thanks guys. It's probably genes.

 

[LudusRex]

I can clarify that the modular construction of genomes refers to the organization and arrangement of genetic information within an organism's DNA. This organization allows for the rapid evolution of biological complexity by allowing for the combination and recombination of genetic material. Essentially, genes can be added, removed, or rearranged within a genome, leading to new traits and characteristics in an organism. This process of genetic shuffling and variation allows for rapid adaptation to changing environments and the emergence of new species. So, yes, it is referring to the genes that make up a genome, but it also encompasses the larger structure and organization of the genetic material within an organism.