Genetics: Characteristics and Gene Structure
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of genes?

  • They are composed of DNA
  • They can mutate
  • They are found only in animals (correct)
  • They determine traits in living organisms

    • What is the basic unit of heredity?

  • Enzymes
  • Chromosomes
  • Proteins
  • Genes (correct)

    • What is the structure of a gene?

  • Spiral staircase
  • Quadruple helix
  • Triple helix
  • Double helix (correct)

    • What are the characteristics of genes?

    <p>The characteristics of genes include the ability to store and transmit genetic information, and the ability to undergo mutations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of genes?

    <p>Genes are composed of DNA, which contains the instructions for building and maintaining an organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do genes store and transmit genetic information?

    <p>Genes store and transmit genetic information through the process of DNA replication and cell division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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