Eve's Genome 3
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What is the exome?

  • The entire DNA sequence of an organism
  • A database of genes known to cause disorders or traits
  • The complete set of protein-encoding genes in an organism's genome (correct)
  • The process of annotating and understanding individual genes

    • What is the purpose of the Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) database?

  • To catalog genes known to cause disorders or traits (correct)
  • To store information about gene annotations and their functions
  • To record all known alleles and mutations in the human genome
  • To document the complete DNA sequences of different organisms

    • What are alleles?

  • Processes used to modify the genomes of organisms
  • Variants of genes that arise due to mutations (correct)
  • Databases that store information about gene functions
  • Specific DNA sequences that encode proteins

    • How can mutations affect organisms?

    <p>Mutations can be positive, negative, or neutral in their effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a beneficial mutation mentioned in the text?

    <p>A mutation that makes a person resistant to HIV infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are mutations passed on to future generations?

    <p>Through mutations in germ cells (sperm or egg cells)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of genes?

    <p>To provide biochemical instructions for manufacturing proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the human genome?

    <p>The complete set of genetic instructions for a human organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern addressed by bioethics in the field of genetics?

    <p>The moral issues arising from the application of genetic technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a level of genetics discussed in the text?

    <p>Exome sequencing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate number of building blocks (nucleotides/bases) in the human genome?

    <p>3.2 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fields is NOT mentioned as being affected by the principles of genetics?

    <p>Engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method used to sequence Eve's genome?

    <p>Exome sequencing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following genetic traits is NOT mentioned in the passage?

    <p>Sickle cell disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of sequencing Eve's genome?

    <p>To identify genetic risks and tailor her medical care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the passage suggest that Eve's genome was obtained?

    <p>Through a heel prick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the passage's main message about the future of genome sequencing?

    <p>Genome sequencing will become a routine part of healthcare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the passage's main message about the role of environment in shaping an individual?

    <p>Environment plays a role in shaping an individual's traits and behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

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