Practice Transition to DNA–Protein World - 4.6 | Theme A: Unity and Diversity | IB MYP Grade 11 Biology
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4.6 - 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 Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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

💡 Hint: Focus on efficiency and adaptability.

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