What is the difference between conserved and consensus sequences in promoter regions?

• A. Consensus sequences are unique to each organism, while conserved sequences are identical.
• B. Consensus sequences are identical across all species, while conserved sequences show common patterns.
• C. Conserved sequences are unique to each organism, while consensus sequences are identical.
• D. Conserved sequences are identical across all species, while consensus sequences show common patterns.

Answer: (D)