Research Article: "Junk DNA" Defines Differences Between Humans and Chimps

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"Junk DNA" Defines Differences Between Humans and Chimps

DNA sequences for human and chimpanzees are nearly indentical, despite vast phenotypical differences between the two species. Georgia Tech researchers have determined that the insertion and deletion of large pieces of DNA near genes
are highly variable between humans and chimpanzees and may account for these major
differences.

Source: "Junk DNA" Defines Differences Between Humans and Chimps