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Evolution of mitochondrial DNA in monkeys, apes and humans

Sun, 2011-07-31 23:26 -- John Hawks
TitleEvolution of mitochondrial DNA in monkeys, apes and humans
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication1988
AuthorsSpuhler, JN
JournalYearbook of Physical Anthropology
Volume31
Pagination15–48
Keywords*file-import-10-07-15
Citation KeySpuhler:1988

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