Gene Editing and Its Impact

What is a gene?

• A segment of DNA that contains instructions for making a specific protein.

• A type of food produced using gene editing.

• A method of altering human DNA.

• A hereditary trait passed from parents to offspring.

What does DNA stand for?

• Deoxyribonucleic Acid

• Dioxyribonucleic Acid

• Deoxyribonucleic Agent

• Dioxyribonucleic Agent

What are the four nucleotide bases in DNA?

What is the primary function of RNA?

• To store genetic information.

• To act as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA.

• To catalyze biochemical reactions.

• To provide structural support in cells.

Which of the following best describes a chromosome?

• A type of RNA molecule.

• A structure made of DNA and proteins that contains genetic information.

• A segment of protein coding.

• A single strand of DNA.

What is the role of a mutation in genetics?

• To replicate DNA during cell division.

• To introduce changes in the DNA sequence.

• To repair damaged DNA.

• To enhance the stability of DNA.

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

• To produce energy.

• To store genetic information.

• To synthesize proteins.

• To transport nutrients.

What is the process by which DNA is copied to RNA called?

• Translation.

• Translocation.

• Replication.

• Transcription.

Which of the following is a type of mutation?

• Replication.

• Substitution.

• Transcription.

• Translation.