Genetics and Gene Expression

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What is the primary role of genes in an organism?

To provide the blueprint for an organism's traits (correct)

To break down molecules and release energy

To provide energy for cellular functions

To synthesize larger molecules

What is the term for molecules that are composed of repetitive subunits?

Macromolecules (correct)

Micromolecules

Nucleic acids

Lipids

What is the primary function of anabolic enzymes?

To transport molecules across the cell membrane

To break down molecules and release energy

To provide cellular support

To synthesize larger molecules (correct)

What is the structure of DNA that is shown in a two-dimensional view?

Double helix Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of proteins in determining cellular characteristics?

To determine the characteristics of an organism Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of creating a copy of DNA?

DNA replication Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the differences in inherited traits among individuals of a population?

Genetic variation Signup and view all the answers

At which level of biological organization does the function of a protein within the cell occur?

Cellular level Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process by which genetic information is passed from parent to offspring as discrete units?

Mendelian inheritance Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the change in the genetic composition of a species over time?

Biological evolution Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the different forms of a gene?

Alleles Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process by which the genetic information encoded in DNA is converted into a functional product?

Gene expression Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason Gregor Mendel chose to study peas in his experiments?

They are available in many varieties and allow for strict control over mating. Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about the way Gregor Mendel studied characters in pea plants?

He studied characters that varied in an 'either-or' manner. Signup and view all the answers

What was the tool used by Gregor Mendel to transfer pollen from one pea plant to another?

An artist's brush. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of the inheritance of traits from one generation to the next?

Genetics. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the gene associated with breast cancer, located on human chromosome 17?

BRCA1. Signup and view all the answers

What was the influence on Gregor Mendel's scientific approach?

The teachings of his professor Doppler. Signup and view all the answers