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Identical tandem satellite repeats become diversified over time by mutation. Unequal exchange results in gain or loss of tandem repeats. Repeated exchange can lead to homogenization of satellite repeats (left). If the unit of exchange consists of multiple diverged monomers, higher-order repeats are generated (right).
