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NCF-Medical Technology Program: Central Dogma of Molecular Biology Lesson 2 Quiz

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What is the function of DNA according to Crick's 'Sequence Hypothesis'?

Serve as a template for RNA synthesis

Function as a reverse transcriptase enzyme

Store genetic information (correct)

Directly control the synthesis of proteins

In the central dogma of molecular biology, which process involves the synthesis of RNA from DNA?

Replication

Transcription (correct)

Translation

Reverse transcription

What serves as the template for protein synthesis during gene expression?

rRNA

tRNA

DNA polymerase

mRNA (correct)

What is the result of DNA replication?

Formation of two double-stranded DNA molecules Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is involved in the synthesis of DNA by copying existing DNA?

DNA polymerase Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes retroviruses based on the text?

Contain RNA as their genetic material Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the central dogma of molecular biology?

Transfer of information from DNA to proteins Signup and view all the answers

According to Francis Crick, why was the flow of genetic information termed the 'central dogma'?

Due to the authoritative nature of the process Signup and view all the answers

What does the central dogma state regarding the transfer of information?

Information cannot be transferred from protein to either protein or nucleic acid Signup and view all the answers

Which molecules are involved in the initiation of replication, transcription, and elongation according to the learning outcomes?

DNA and RNA polymerases Signup and view all the answers

What is the central point of view presented authoritatively by the central dogma?

'Transfer of sequential information' Signup and view all the answers

Why did Francis Crick title the sequence of events from DNA to proteins as the 'central dogma'?

To signify it as a fundamental principle in molecular biology Signup and view all the answers