Practice Rna World Hypothesis (4.5) - Theme A: Unity and Diversity - IB 11 Biology
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RNA World Hypothesis

Practice - RNA World Hypothesis

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does RNA stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the full name of this molecule.

Question 2 Easy

What are ribozymes?

💡 Hint: Remember that they have catalytic functions.

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Question 1

What role did RNA serve according to the RNA World Hypothesis?

Only as a genetic material
Only as a catalyst
Both as genetic material and catalyst

💡 Hint: Think about the dual functions of RNA.

Question 2

True or False: Ribozymes can catalyze biochemical reactions.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall ribozymes' properties.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design an experiment using in vitro selection to test the catalytic functions of different RNA sequences. What parameters would you measure?

💡 Hint: Consider the principles of selection and testing in molecular biology.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the implications of the RNA World Hypothesis on our understanding of the origin of life. Discuss at least two significant outcomes of this theory.

💡 Hint: Connect the origins of life with broader biological principles.

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