Practice Transition To Dna–protein World (4.6) - Theme A: Unity and Diversity
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Transition to DNA–Protein World

Practice - Transition to DNA–Protein World

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define a ribozyme.

💡 Hint: Think about RNA’s role in catalysis.

Question 2 Easy

What is a peptide?

💡 Hint: Consider what building blocks proteins are made of.

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Question 1

What is a ribozyme?

A type of protein
An RNA molecule that catalyzes reactions
A DNA molecule

💡 Hint: Recall the function of RNA in early life.

Question 2

True or False: DNA is more stable than RNA because it contains an -OH group on the 2' carbon.

💡 Hint: Think about structural stability.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the implications of a cellular world dominated by RNA instead of DNA and protein, referring to metabolic capabilities.

💡 Hint: Consider the structural and functional advantages of DNA.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze how the emergence of proto-enzymes might have changed early evolutionary pathways.

💡 Hint: Focus on efficiency and adaptability.

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