DNA Discovery and Its Impact

DNA Discovery and Its Impact

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Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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In the early 1950s, James Watson and Francis Crick made a groundbreaking discovery at Cambridge University, revealing the double helix structure of DNA. This discovery revolutionized our understanding of genetics, showing how genetic information is stored, replicated, and transmitted. It marked a turning point in science, leading to advances in biology, medicine, and biotechnology. The collaborative spirit and determination of Watson and Crick exemplify the power of scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration. Their work invites reflection on its profound implications and the significance of scientific milestones.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the scientists responsible for the groundbreaking discovery of DNA's structure in the 1950s?

Albert Einstein and Niels Bohr

James Watson and Francis Crick

Marie Curie and Rosalind Franklin

Isaac Newton and Galileo Galilei

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge Watson and Crick aimed to solve at Cambridge University?

The theory of relativity

The structure of DNA

The mystery of black holes

The structure of the atom

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the shape of the DNA structure discovered by Watson and Crick?

A straight ladder

A twisted ladder

A spiral staircase

A flat ribbon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the discovery of the double helix impact the field of genetics?

It led to the discovery of new planets

It provided a new method for chemical synthesis

It explained the behavior of subatomic particles

It unlocked the secrets of genetic information storage and transmission

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What fields experienced monumental advances due to the understanding of the DNA double helix?

Economics and Sociology

Astronomy and Physics

Biology, Medicine, and Biotechnology

Geology and Meteorology

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What qualities did Watson and Crick's discovery highlight about scientific research?

The role of chance and luck

The necessity of large funding

The power of scientific inquiry and collaboration

The importance of individual work

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the journey of Watson and Crick exemplify about human nature?

A desire to conquer and dominate

A drive to explore and understand the unknown

A tendency to avoid challenges

A preference for routine and stability

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