Introduction to Molecular Biology
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What is the function of RNA in the cell?

  • To form enzymes that send signals to other cells
  • To transfer short pieces of information to different parts of the cell (correct)
  • To hold information on how the cell works
  • To provide templates for protein synthesis

    • Which molecules are considered the three critical molecules of life?

  • Enzymes, hormones, and antibodies
  • Nucleic acids, amino acids, and sugars
  • Proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids
  • Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), ribonucleic acid (RNA), and proteins (correct)

    • What is the function of DNA in the cell?

  • To hold information on how the cell works (correct)
  • To provide templates for protein synthesis
  • To form enzymes that send signals to other cells
  • To transfer short pieces of information to different parts of the cell

    • What are proteins primarily responsible for in the body?

    <p>Forming the body's major components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is genetic information transferred to new cells?

    <p>Through the use of nucleic acids (DNA &amp; RNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which molecule holds information on how a cell works?

    <p>Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which molecule acts to transfer short pieces of information to different parts of the cell?

    <p>Ribonucleic acid (RNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are proteins primarily responsible for in the body?

    <p>Forming enzymes that send signals to other cells and regulate gene activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the complete set of DNA of an organism called?

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

    What is the study of gene structure and functions at the molecular level called?

    <p>Molecular biology</p> Signup and view all the answers

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