HUMAN GENOME

What is a common misconception about sharks?

• They live in freshwater

• They never get cancer

• They can fly

• They are mammals

What did the myth about shark cartilage lead to?

• More sharks being saved

• Sharks being studied more closely

• Sharks being killed for no reason

• Sharks becoming pets

What did researchers find about the great white shark's genome?

• It has no DNA repair mechanisms

• It is made entirely of cartilage

• It has unique adaptations for fighting infections

• It is smaller than the human genome

What is one reason why sharks are not a cure for cancer?

• They live in deep water

• They are too small

• Their DNA repair cannot reverse mutations

• They are not real animals

Why is studying sharks important for medicine?

• They have no predators

• They are the fastest swimmers

• They can cure all diseases

• They provide insights into evolution