Practice - DNA Repair Mechanisms
Practice Questions
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What is the main function of Base Excision Repair?
💡 Hint: Think about small changes in the DNA that need fixing.
Name one mechanism used to repair double-strand breaks.
💡 Hint: Consider how a double-strand break can be fixed.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does Base Excision Repair primarily correct?
💡 Hint: Focus on the size of the lesions it addresses.
True or False: Non-Homologous End Joining is more accurate than Homologous Recombination.
💡 Hint: Consider which method uses a template for accuracy.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the role of DNA repair mechanisms in cancer progression and prevention, citing specific types of DNA repair and their functions.
💡 Hint: Consider how each repair method contributes to genetic stability and overall health.
Discuss how environmental factors can influence the efficiency of DNA repair mechanisms, providing specific examples.
💡 Hint: Think about real-world impacts that demonstrate the connection between environment and DNA health.
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