PLANT-VIRUSES - MASTER EXPLORERS OF EVOLUTIONARY SPACE

被引:31
作者
KEESE, P
GIBBS, A
机构
[1] CSIRO, DIV PLANT IND, CANBERRA, ACT 2601, AUSTRALIA
[2] AUSTRALIAN NATL UNIV, RES SCH BIOL SCI, CANBERRA, ACT 2601, AUSTRALIA
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10.1016/0959-437X(93)90007-C
中图分类号
Q2 [细胞生物学];
学科分类号
071009 ; 090102 ;
摘要
Viruses represent the epitome of genetic diversity, encompassing both DNA and RNA genomes. Their variability probably results from high mutation rates, extensive genetic recombination, gene duplication, large populations and ancient origins. In addition, at least a third of all viral genes may have de novo origins. There is also recent evidence that additional novelty may be generated by genetic recombination between viruses and their plant hosts. Viruses are indeed master explorers of evolutionary space.
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页码:873 / 877
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