Molecular Basis of Inheritance Quiz
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Which molecule is a genetic material in certain viruses such as the AIDS virus, Influenza virus, and Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV)?

  • tRNA
  • mRNA (correct)
  • rRNA
  • DNA

    • Which nitrogenous base is found in RNA but not in DNA?

  • Uracil (correct)
  • Guanine
  • Adenine
  • Thymine

    • What is the function of tRNA (Transfer RNA)?

  • Transports amino acids to the ribosomes for protein synthesis (correct)
  • Is a component of the ribosomes, the protein synthesis factories in the cell
  • Forms a short RNA segment on DNA template prior to replication
  • Carries information necessary for protein synthesis from DNA to the ribosomes

    • What is the structure formed by the association of positively charged basic proteins with DNA helix?

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