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Gene Nomenclature Quiz

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What is gene nomenclature?

The identification of genes through DNA sequencing

The study of gene mutations in living organisms

The scientific naming of genes and their associated proteins (correct)

The classification of genes based on their function

What prompted the need for formal guidelines for human gene names and symbols?

Identification of the first human gene

Advancements in DNA sequencing technology

Recognition in the 1960s (correct)

International committee recommendations

Which research communities have adopted nomenclature standards for genes?

Human and primate research communities

Drosophila fruit flies and Mus mice (correct)

Bacteria and viruses

C. elegans worms and Arabidopsis plants

When were formal guidelines for human gene names and symbols issued?

1979 Signup and view all the answers

How do scientists revise the nomenclature for a gene family?

Work together to revise the nomenclature when new information becomes available Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of the urban heat island effect?

Modification of land surfaces Signup and view all the answers

When is the temperature difference between urban areas and surrounding rural areas usually larger?

At night than during the day Signup and view all the answers

What causes urban land to become hotter according to the text?

Proximity to barren land Signup and view all the answers

What factor tends to increase the average temperature of a growing population center?

Expansion of its area Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the urban heat island have on monthly rainfall?

Monthly rainfall is greater downwind of cities Signup and view all the answers