Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 17 - Genomes - 17.2 - Prokaryotic Genomes Are Compact - 17.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 367: 2

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Metagenomics is a term used to describe the approach of analyzing genes without isolating the organism. With this method, it is possible to sequence DNA samples from virtually any environment. The sequences can be used to detect known microbes as well as organisms that have yet to be identified.

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Metagenomics is a term used to describe the approach of analyzing genes without isolating the organism. With this method, it is possible to sequence DNA samples from virtually any environment. The sequences can be used to detect known microbes as well as organisms that have yet to be identified.
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