FINAL Exam review 2nd 9weeks 2024

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What is the role of mRNA in translation?

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mRNA is used to make a protein.

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What type of sugar is found in DNA?

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Deoxyribose sugar.

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What do all living things have in common regarding their genetic code?

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All living things have the same genetic code - double helix DNA with the bases A, T, C, G.

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What is heredity?

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The passing on of characteristics from parents to offspring.

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How do populations acquire new genetic variation naturally?

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Through mutations.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix made up of nucleotides.

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What are the four bases of DNA?

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Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), Guanine (G).

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What is the process of copying DNA to make mRNA called?

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Transcription.

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What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

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Genotype refers to the genetic makeup, while phenotype refers to the observable characteristics.

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What is a mutation?

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A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to genetic variation.