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Who first used the term 'molecular biology'?
Who first used the term 'molecular biology'?
- James Watson
- Francis Crick
- Rosalind Franklin
- William Astbury (correct)
Which scientists proposed the double helix model of DNA?
Which scientists proposed the double helix model of DNA?
- James Watson, Maurice Wilkins
- William Astbury, Rosalind Franklin
- Francis Crick, James Watson (correct)
- Maurice Wilkins, Rosalind Franklin
What does molecular biology seek to understand?
What does molecular biology seek to understand?
- Genetic variation within a population
- Molecular basis of biological activity (correct)
- Cell morphology and anatomy
- Ecological interactions between species
Which branch of biology includes techniques used to learn about molecular processes?
Which branch of biology includes techniques used to learn about molecular processes?
What is the use of molecular biology in medicine referred to as?
What is the use of molecular biology in medicine referred to as?
What did Gregor Mendel study scientifically in the 19th century?
What did Gregor Mendel study scientifically in the 19th century?
Which term is still used today as a somewhat ambiguous definition of what is referred to as a gene?
Which term is still used today as a somewhat ambiguous definition of what is referred to as a gene?
What do genetics study within the context of the cell, the organism, and within the context of a population?
What do genetics study within the context of the cell, the organism, and within the context of a population?
What has genetics given rise to within the broad field that includes molecular genetics, epigenetics, and population genetics?
What has genetics given rise to within the broad field that includes molecular genetics, epigenetics, and population genetics?
What influences development and behavior in organisms, often referred to as nature versus nurture?
What influences development and behavior in organisms, often referred to as nature versus nurture?
