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Considering the central dogma of molecular biology, which of the following best describes the flow of genetic information within a cell?
Considering the central dogma of molecular biology, which of the following best describes the flow of genetic information within a cell?
- DNA is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into protein. (correct)
- RNA is transcribed into DNA, which is then translated into protein.
- DNA is translated into RNA, which is then transcribed into protein.
- Protein is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into DNA.
In the context of evolutionary biology, which scenario would most likely lead to adaptive radiation?
In the context of evolutionary biology, which scenario would most likely lead to adaptive radiation?
- A mass extinction event creates numerous unoccupied ecological niches, followed by a period of reduced competition. (correct)
- Consistent gene flow between two populations inhabiting similar environments maintains genetic homogeneity.
- A large, genetically diverse population experiences intense competition for a single limited resource.
- A population bottleneck drastically reduces genetic diversity, followed by a period of environmental stability.
How would the introduction of a keystone predator most likely affect a food web?
How would the introduction of a keystone predator most likely affect a food web?
- Result in a linear increase in the biomass of producers as lower-level consumers are suppressed.
- Cause a trophic cascade that restructures the community through alternating suppression and release of different trophic levels. (correct)
- Have minimal long-term effects on the food web structure due to compensatory mechanisms within the ecosystem.
- Lead to a uniform decrease in population sizes across all trophic levels due to increased predation pressure.
Which cellular component is primarily responsible for correctly folding newly synthesized proteins and preventing protein aggregation?
Which cellular component is primarily responsible for correctly folding newly synthesized proteins and preventing protein aggregation?
If a researcher discovers a new species of bacteria that thrives in extremely hot, acidic environments, which cellular adaptation would be most likely?
If a researcher discovers a new species of bacteria that thrives in extremely hot, acidic environments, which cellular adaptation would be most likely?
Consider a population of birds where beak size is genetically determined. Birds with larger beaks can more efficiently crack open larger, tougher seeds, but require more energy to develop and maintain their beaks. If the environment shifts, resulting in an increased abundance of small, easily-cracked seeds, what evolutionary outcome is most likely?
Consider a population of birds where beak size is genetically determined. Birds with larger beaks can more efficiently crack open larger, tougher seeds, but require more energy to develop and maintain their beaks. If the environment shifts, resulting in an increased abundance of small, easily-cracked seeds, what evolutionary outcome is most likely?
How would the disruption of hydrogen bonds affect DNA and RNA molecules?
How would the disruption of hydrogen bonds affect DNA and RNA molecules?
In a scenario where a population of plants colonizes a remote island, what is the most likely order of ecological succession that will occur?
In a scenario where a population of plants colonizes a remote island, what is the most likely order of ecological succession that will occur?
Consider a scenario where a point mutation occurs in a gene that codes for a critical enzyme in a metabolic pathway. Which type of mutation is most likely to have the least severe impact on the enzyme's function?
Consider a scenario where a point mutation occurs in a gene that codes for a critical enzyme in a metabolic pathway. Which type of mutation is most likely to have the least severe impact on the enzyme's function?
How do eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells differ in terms of their genetic material?
How do eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells differ in terms of their genetic material?
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What is Biology?
What is Biology?
The scientific study of life.
Basic Unit of Life
Basic Unit of Life
Cells are the basic unit of life.
What is Evolution?
What is Evolution?
The change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
What is Homeostasis?
What is Homeostasis?
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What are Producers (Autotrophs)?
What are Producers (Autotrophs)?
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What Is Natural Selection?
What Is Natural Selection?
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What are Genes?
What are Genes?
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What is Genotype?
What is Genotype?
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What is Phenotype?
What is Phenotype?
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What is Ecology?
What is Ecology?
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