Question

Why don't we have a genome sequenced from Homo erectus?

(a) There isn't enough research funding to pay for it.
(b) DNA degrades over time and the fossils are too old.
(c) H. erectus DNA is too similar to ours to prevent contamination.
(d) No H. erectus fossils have been found in Germany, which is where the lab is located.
(e) None of the above; we do have a sequenced genome of H. erectus.

Answer 1

Answer: Homo erectus DNA is too similar to ours to prevent contamination.

Step-by-step explanation:

Homo erectus fossils are known as the oldest form of early humans that had human like body structure with shorter arms and elongated legs and shorter arms. These features gave them the ability to walk and also run long distances.

The reason that we do not have a genome sequenced from Homo erectus is that their DNA is too similar to ours to prevent contamination. There are enough fund which could have been used to carry out the research but their similarities to human beings has been the source of concern.