Bio Review - 2

Bio Review - 2

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Biology

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a substitution mutation?

Back

A substitution mutation is a type of genetic mutation where one nucleotide base is replaced by another in the DNA sequence, potentially altering the resulting protein.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of DNA being double-stranded?

Back

The double-stranded structure of DNA provides two copies of the base sequence, which helps protect against mutations and allows for accurate replication.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can DNA gel electrophoresis be used to determine genetic similarity?

Back

DNA gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments based on size, allowing comparison of genetic material to identify genetically identical individuals.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of DNA sequencing in evolutionary biology?

Back

DNA sequencing allows scientists to compare genetic material across species, providing insights into evolutionary relationships and history.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is DNA fingerprinting?

Back

DNA fingerprinting is a technique used to identify individuals based on unique patterns in their DNA, often used in forensic science and species identification.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of hemoglobin in the body?

Back

Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returns carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between addition and deletion mutations?

Back

Addition mutations involve the insertion of one or more nucleotides into the DNA sequence, while deletion mutations involve the loss of one or more nucleotides.

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