Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology Basics Quiz

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What element is the chemistry of living systems based on?

  • Carbon (correct)
  • Nitrogen
  • Hydrogen
  • Oxygen

How are complex molecules (macromolecules) formed in living systems?

  • By joining carbon atoms together (correct)
  • Through ionization
  • By combining noble gases
  • Through radioactive decay

What concept do living systems exemplify with the emergence of new functional features?

  • Emergent properties (correct)
  • Evolution
  • Adaptation
  • Natural selection

What is the process by which smaller molecules are joined together to produce macromolecules?

<p>Dehydration synthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way are living systems organized?

<p>Hierarchically (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept describes the emergence of new functional features as components are arranged in more complex structures in living systems?

<p>Emergent properties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the chemistry of living systems, which element forms four covalent bonds with other atoms?

<p>Carbon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are complex molecules (macromolecules) formed in living systems?

<p>Dehydration synthesis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary process by which molecules can be built up in living systems?

<p>Carbon incorporation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hierarchical way in which living systems are organized based on?

<p>Complexity level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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