3 - Molecular Biology: From DNA to Traits
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Practice Questions
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What is the function of mRNA?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of a messenger!
What is a mutation?
💡 Hint: Consider how changes in information affect traits.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is transcribed from DNA during transcription?
💡 Hint: Think about the medium that carries messages!
True or False: Mutations can only be harmful.
💡 Hint: Consider examples of beneficial mutations.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a flowchart that depicts the steps from DNA to protein synthesis, including at least three key processes and the roles of each molecule involved.
💡 Hint: Break down the processes into smaller steps and visualize them.
Analyze a specific mutation that causes a genetic disorder. Describe how that mutation alters protein function and its implications for the organism.
💡 Hint: Research known disorders and trace back to the mutations in their genes.
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