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The technique of establishing evolutionary relationships based on changes accumulated in the DNA is known as _______ .

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DNA analysis
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fossil analysis
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molecular phylogeny
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genetics
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The correct option is C molecular phylogeny
Molecular phylogeny is the technique that employs comparison of changes accumulated in the DNA of an organism over generations to establish evolutionary relationships. This approach is based on the idea that organisms which are more distantly related will accumulate a greater number of differences in their DNA.

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