FREE BACE Genetics Questions and Answers
What is the basic unit of heredity?
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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the information necessary to produce a specific protein or trait.
Which of the following best describes the structure of DNA?
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DNA is a double-stranded molecule shaped like a twisted ladder, with base pairs forming the rungs.
What is the process by which DNA is copied into RNA?
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Transcription is the process where a DNA sequence is copied into a complementary RNA sequence.
What is the role of ribosomes in genetics?
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Ribosomes are the site of protein synthesis, where mRNA is translated into a protein sequence.
Which type of RNA carries the genetic code from the nucleus to the ribosome?
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Messenger RNA (mRNA) carries the genetic instructions from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.