10 Questions
Which of the following accurately describes the number of protein-encoding genes in the human genome?
There are only 1.5% protein-encoding genes in the genome
What is the main function of the protein-encoding genes in the human genome?
To produce enzymes, structural elements, and signaling molecules
How does the number of protein-encoding genes in worms compare to humans?
Worms have the same number of protein-encoding genes as humans
What is the main difference between humans and worms in terms of their genomes?
Humans have a higher percentage of non-protein-encoding DNA in their genomes
Why is it surprising that worms have a similar number of protein-encoding genes as humans?
Worms have a much smaller genome compared to humans
Which of the following accurately describes the size of the human genome?
3.2 billion DNA base pairs
What percentage of the human genome encodes proteins?
1.5%
How many protein-encoding genes do worms have?
About 20,000
What is the main difference between humans and worms in terms of their genomes?
The function of the non-protein encoding DNA
What is the main function of the protein-encoding genes in the human genome?
Instruct the assembly of enzymes, structural elements, and signaling molecules
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