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What is indicated by a recombination frequency (RF) of less than 50%?
What is indicated by a recombination frequency (RF) of less than 50%?
Which characteristic distinguishes blunt ends from sticky ends in DNA?
Which characteristic distinguishes blunt ends from sticky ends in DNA?
What is the significance of recognition sites in restriction digestion?
What is the significance of recognition sites in restriction digestion?
What happens to the gamete types when there is linkage between alleles?
What happens to the gamete types when there is linkage between alleles?
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How do sticky ends differ between 5’ and 3’ configurations?
How do sticky ends differ between 5’ and 3’ configurations?
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When studying for a genetics final, which aspect is not essential to focus on?
When studying for a genetics final, which aspect is not essential to focus on?
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What method can be used to calculate the number of DNA fragments produced during digestion?
What method can be used to calculate the number of DNA fragments produced during digestion?
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Which option correctly identifies a feature of tandem duplications compared to deletions?
Which option correctly identifies a feature of tandem duplications compared to deletions?
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course: BIO 325
- Material: Finals Study Material
- Key concepts extracted from discussions and lectures are included
- Practice problems are provided
- Alternative resources such as office hours, reminders, and flashcards are available
- The final will be held in WCP 1.402
Preface
- Exam is based on homework; understanding homework is essential for exam preparation
- Study guide with concepts and practice problems to reduce exam anxiety
- Specific problems tested in the previous Spring '23 exam and questions seen on exams are included
- Students are encouraged to take care of themselves and thank you for their work in the semester
Key Concepts
- Recombination Frequency (RF): RF values less than 50% indicate linked genes. Linkage means no independent assortment (no 1:1:1:1 ratio of gamete types)
- Formula for calculating RF: RF = (R/R+P) x 100
- RF of 1% = 1 map unit (m.u.) = 1 centimorgan (cM)
DNA Replication and Mutation
- DNA replication is a natural process, but can be affected by mutagens
- Damage during replication leads to mutations
- DNA repair mechanisms can fix DNA damage
Gene Expression and Different Cell Types
- Different cell types utilize the same genome differently
- Gene expression can be altered to express different proteins
- The process involves transcription, followed by mRNA processing to create mature mRNA, and lastly translation leading to protein synthesis
Gene Structure and Processing
- DNA is composed of exons and introns
- Primary transcripts contain introns and exons
- Mature mRNA contains exons only, with a 5' cap and a 3' Poly-A tail
- mRNA is translated in the cytoplasm, creating proteins
DNA Digestion
- Cutting DNA using restriction enzymes:
- Blunt ends (5' even 3')
- Sticky ends (5' or 3' overhangs: 5') heavier (3') or 3' heavier (5')
- Recognition sites are specific sequences recognized by the enzymes.
- Finding one recognition site (1/4) n in length, where n represents the genome length
- Number of Fragments is proportional to the genome length
PCR Components and Process
- PCR Components: DNA sample, primers, nucleotides, Taq polymerase, mix buffer, PCR tube, thermal cycler
- PCR Process (one cycle):
- Denaturing (95°C): separates DNA strands
- Annealing (55°C): primers bind to template
- Extension (72°C): synthesizes new strand
Genotypes and Traits
- SNPs and rare dominant and recessive traits. In a dominant trait, only one copy of the rare variant is needed to express the trait. In a recessive trait, two copies of the rare variant are needed to express the trait.
Meiotic Nondisjunction
- Errors in meiosis can lead to aneuploid gametes
- Nondisjunction during the first or second meiotic division can result in trisomy (2n+1) or monosomy (2n-1) conditions in the zygote
Monoploid Gametes and Meiosis
- Most plants and animals are not monoploid. Monoploids cannot produce normal gametes via normal meiosis.
- Meiosis results in sterile offspring if chromosome number is too high.
Imprinting
- Paternal and maternal imprinting: diseases can be passed down through affected offspring, but with different patterns.
Gene Editing (CRISPR-Cas9)
- Editing genomes involves:
- targeting of a specific location
- DNA cleavage
- repair via nonhomologous end joining or homologous recombination
- Knockin/knockout mutations
Cancer Driver Mutations
- Cancer cells have driver mutations that create feedback loops
- Mutations impact cell-cycle regulators and signaling pathways affecting DNA repair mechanism
- Mutations categorized into two classes: proto-oncogenes and tumor suppressors
Practice Problems
- Illustrative problems on different topics
Alternative Resources
- Combined office hours on Wednesday, 12/11, 11 AM-4:30 PM in WEL 2.140
- Flashcards to aid understanding
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