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What is the primary function of ribozymes in RNA?

  • To store genetic information
  • To transport amino acids
  • To catalyze chemical reactions (correct)
  • To replicate DNA
  • Which of the following statements accurately describes the structure of DNA?

  • DNA contains ribose sugar in its backbone.
  • DNA base pairs A-U and C-G.
  • DNA is made up of a single strand of nucleotides.
  • DNA consists of two anti-parallel strands coiled around histones. (correct)
  • In Meselson and Stahl's experiment, what was the purpose of using heavy nitrogen (15N)?

  • To create a density gradient for separating DNA molecules (correct)
  • To facilitate faster DNA replication
  • To reduce the activity of bacteria
  • To label newly synthesized nucleotides only
  • What is the key feature of hydrogen bonds in the DNA structure?

    <p>They are weak individually but collectively strong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of RNA carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis?

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

    What is the primary role of helicase during DNA replication?

    <p>To unwind the DNA double helix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about leading and lagging strands is correct?

    <p>Lagging strand is made in fragments called Okazaki fragments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of ligase in DNA replication?

    <p>To join Okazaki fragments together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does DNA polymerase III initiate replication?

    <p>It requires existing nucleotides to start extending.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically marks the starting point of DNA replication?

    <p>AT-rich regions due to weaker bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event occurs during transcription in protein synthesis?

    <p>mRNA copies the code of a gene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of a slippage error during DNA replication?

    <p>An additional gene is created</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protein is responsible for cutting out RNA primers during DNA replication?

    <p>DNA Polymerase I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the process of transcription from translation?

    <p>Transcription produces mRNA from DNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the central dogma of molecular biology, what is the correct order of information flow?

    <p>DNA → mRNA → Protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

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