Final Exam Review Ch 10, 12-15

Front

What is the genotype of the gametes produced by the F1 generation plants in Mendel's explanation of inheritance?

Back

R, r

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Which chromosomal rearrangement involves the swapping of segments between two non-homologous chromosomes?

Back

Reciprocal translocation

Front

What occurs in a duplication chromosomal rearrangement?

Back

A chromosome segment is repeated.

Front

What is the function of DNA polymerase in the pre-replication complex?

Back

It elongates both DNA strands.

Front

What is the source of the oxygen (O2) released during photophosphorylation?

Back

Water (H2O)

Front

Define genotype.

Back

The genetic constitution of an individual, represented by alleles.

Front

What is a chromosome?

Back

A structure made of DNA and protein that contains genetic information.

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Explain the process of transcription.

Back

The synthesis of RNA from a DNA template.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

Back

They facilitate the translation of mRNA into a polypeptide chain.

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Define mutation.

Back

A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in phenotype.