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There are so many ways in which we can put our knowledge of genetics to good use. The most effective way, for example, is that we can look at our heredity to see if our parents or someone else in generations further up suffering...

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 4245 | Last updated: Sep 1, 2024

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Select the CORRECT statement about DNA and RNA:

DNA is a single strand; RNA is a double strand.

DNA contains thymine; so does RNA.

DNA and RNA are both found in the cytosol.

Thymine is absent in RNA, but is present in DNA.

RNA is the main component in ribosomes, tRNA and mRNA.

Tracing Maternal Heritage: Mitochondrial DNA Analysis Quiz

Get ready to dive into the depths of genetic exploration with our Mitochondrial DNA Analysis Quiz! This quiz isn't just about answering questions—it's about understanding the secrets of your ancestry, one...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 92 | Last updated: Feb 22, 2024

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What is the primary role of mitochondria in a cell?

Protein synthesis

Energy production (ATP synthesis)

DNA replication

Cell division

AP Molecular Genetics Review

The 'AP Molecular Genetics Review' assesses understanding of key genetic mechanisms. It covers restriction enzymes, DNA ligase, vectors, and transcription processes, crucial for defending against viruses and manipulating genetic...

Questions: 28 | Attempts: 168 | Last updated: Jun 21, 2023

Sample Question
In nature, the purpose of restriction enzymes is to

Protect the bacterium from virus attack by not allowing the virus to attach to the cell wall.

Protect the bacterium from the DNA of other organisms the bacterium infects.

Protect the bacterium from replicating its DNA at the wrong time.

Protect the bacterium from virus attack by cutting up foreign DNA.

Precancer Conditon Molecular Basis

This quiz explores the molecular basis of precancerous conditions through clinical scenarios. It assesses understanding of genetic mutations and molecular changes leading to cancer, enhancing knowledge crucial for medical...

Questions: 19 | Attempts: 389 | Last updated: Feb 2, 2025

Sample Question
A 50-year-old nulliparous female presents with menorrhagia. An ultrasound examination reveals a polypoid mass in the fundus. The patient undergoes a hysterectomy, which reveals a poorly differentiated endometrial adenocarcinoma. The development of this neoplasm was preceded by which of the following changes in the glandular epithelium?

Atrophy

Hydropic swelling

Hyperplasia

Hypertrophy

Metaplasia

Bio1334 Genetics - Molecular Genetics - Control Of Gene Expression (Lectures Six And Seven)

Demonstrate an overview of the principles of control of gene expression in eukaryotes Demonstrate an outline understanding of transcriptional control in eukaryotes Demonstrate appreciation of differences in gene expression in...

Questions: 22 | Attempts: 201 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
Which of the following is the correct term for transgenics?

Genes between species

More than one gene

Two different alleles

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Molecular Genetics - DNA

Explore the foundations of molecular genetics in this quiz focused on DNA. Dive into historic experiments by Beadle, Tatum, Hershey, and Chase, understand DNA structure, and grasp how genetic information is encoded and...

Questions: 25 | Attempts: 141 | Last updated: May 22, 2024

Sample Question
Why was it important in the studies of Beadle and Tatum that Neurospora was haploid?

Because it is easier to grow haploid molds in the laboratory

Because haploid molds have simpler nutritional requirements that do diploid molds

Because a mutation that arises is not masked by a normal allele on a homologous chromosome.

Because haploid Neurospora will always mutate

Because diploid Neurospora will always mutate

Bio1334 Genetics - Molecular Genetics - DNA And Chromosomes (Lecture One)

BIO1334 GENETICS - MOLECULAR GENETICS - DNA AND CHROMOSOMES (Lecture One)

Explore the foundations of genetics in BIO1334 focusing on DNA and chromosomes. This quiz covers historical discoveries, structural details of DNA, and basic genetic components like nucleotides and nucleosides, essential for...

Questions: 31 | Attempts: 282 | Last updated: Mar 19, 2023

Sample Question
Name the Scientist that isolated nuclein (now nucleic acid) from human pus.

Friedrich Miescher

Rosalind Franklin

Alfred Hershey

Francis Crick

DNA, Rna, & Protein Synthesis Test B

DNA, RNA, & Protein Synthesis Test B

Welcome to the 21st Century electronic biology classroom. Using flashcards "DNA, RNA, & protein synthesis" found on Mitchell's Cosmic Adventure science web site. You will need to interpret important...

Questions: 30 | Attempts: 115 | Last updated: Mar 14, 2023

Sample Question
_____ is a gram negative, rod-shaped bacterium present in the intestinal tract of animals, soil and water. It was the first organism used for cloning and propagating genes of other species.

Escherischia coli

Abiotrophica defective

Escherischia rhusiophiae

Klebsiella pneumoniae

AP Biology Test #3a - Molecular Genetics And Cellular Reproduction

AP Biology Test #3A - Molecular Genetics and Cellular Reproduction

The human body is made up of thousands of cells and these cells have a lifespan. We covered the process through which cells are replaced and the various types of cells that exist and their functions. Test yourself on how well...

Questions: 65 | Attempts: 434 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
The phage tail fibers contain the enzyme lysozyme which is necessary in which stage shown below

A

B

C

D

E

Trivia Quiz: Molecular Genetics And Diagnostics

Trivia Quiz: Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics

Molecular genetics is the branch of biology in which the scientific study of the structure and function of genes are done at a molecular level and engages methods of both molecular biology and genetics. To understand and diagnose...

Questions: 9 | Attempts: 1603 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
To detect large deletions use

Southern blot or FISH

Southern blot with ASO

DNA sequencing

Northern blot

Western blot

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