10 Questions
Who first used the term 'molecular biology'?
William Astbury
Which scientists proposed the double helix model of DNA?
Francis Crick, James Watson
What does molecular biology seek to understand?
Molecular basis of biological activity
Which branch of biology includes techniques used to learn about molecular processes?
Molecular biology
What is the use of molecular biology in medicine referred to as?
Molecular medicine
What did Gregor Mendel study scientifically in the 19th century?
Patterns in the way traits are handed down from parents to offspring
Which term is still used today as a somewhat ambiguous definition of what is referred to as a gene?
Units of inheritance
What do genetics study within the context of the cell, the organism, and within the context of a population?
Gene structure and function, variation, and distribution
What has genetics given rise to within the broad field that includes molecular genetics, epigenetics, and population genetics?
Several subfields
What influences development and behavior in organisms, often referred to as nature versus nurture?
Genetic processes working in combination with an organism's environment and experiences
Test your knowledge of the fundamental concepts and history of molecular biology with this quiz. Explore topics such as biomolecular synthesis, molecular interactions, and the overarching goal of understanding the molecular basis of biological activity.
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