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K2b

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K2b is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of K2, formed about 4,800 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 10 sub-clades and 99 samples under this lineage (Scientific 1 / Ancient 98).

Key facts

Upstream lineageK2
Downstream sub-clades10
Defining mutations3
TMRCA~4,800 yr · 4.8 kya
AliasesYFull K2b · FTDNA K2b

Samples

99Samples in lineage
0Personal
1Scientific
98Ancient
France 6Germany 4Hungary 3Austria 3Belgium 3Switzerland 2Italy 2

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup K2b?

K2b is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of K2, formed about 4,800 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 10 sub-clades and 99 samples under this lineage (Scientific 1 / Ancient 98).

When did K2b form?

K2b formed about 4,800 years ago.

Where are K2b samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 99 samples under this lineage, mainly from France、Germany、Hungary.

How do I attach my sample to K2b?

Register and use the Free Submit tool to submit your maternal haplogroup or mutations; it will be placed on the corresponding maternal tree.

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