Thursday 9/11 - Genes

Multiple Choice

Why is protein synthesis considered essential for life?

• Because it helps in digestion only

• Because it forms the basis for building and repairing tissues, enzymes, hormones, and more

• Because it only creates energy

• Because it only transports molecules

Open Ended

Explain how genes act as biological recipes in our cells.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are the main steps in the process of gene expression?

• Transcription and Translation

• Replication and Mutation

• Digestion and Absorption

• Transcription and Replication

Open Ended

What questions do you still have about how gene mutations can affect our health or how scientists study genes to treat diseases?