24-25 Biology Exam 2 Flashcardizz

Front

What is an internal factor that affects gene expression?

Back

Hormones

Front

What type of mutation has a bigger effect on a trait shown?

Back

Frameshift mutation

Front

What molecule is responsible for the difference in the amino acid sequence during protein synthesis?

Back

DNA

Front

What type of energy is required for photosynthesis?

Back

Solar energy

Front

What is the term for the genetic scenario where a black cat and a white cat produce a grey cat?

Back

Incomplete Dominance

Front

Define gene expression.

Back

The process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize a functional gene product, usually a protein.

Front

What is a frameshift mutation?

Back

A mutation that occurs when nucleotides are added or deleted from the DNA sequence, causing a shift in the reading frame.

Front

How do hormones influence gene expression?

Back

Hormones can bind to specific receptors and initiate a cascade of events that lead to the activation or repression of gene transcription.

Front

What is the role of DNA in protein synthesis?

Back

DNA contains the genetic instructions that dictate the sequence of amino acids in proteins.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.