Flashcard on Genetic Scientists

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Who confirmed the 3-D structure of DNA theorized by Watson and Crick?

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Franklin

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What was Photograph 51 famous for?

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It was a picture of the DNA molecule taken by Franklin.

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Who created the first working model of DNA?

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Watson and Crick.

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What are bacteriophages?

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Viruses that infect bacteria.

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Which scientists worked with bacteriophages?

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Hershey and Chase.

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What did McClintock demonstrate about genes?

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Genes are responsible for turning physical characteristics on and off.

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Why did McClintock stop publishing results in 1953?

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Because of skeptics.

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What is the significance of Franklin's work in genetics?

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Her data confirmed the structure of DNA.

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What is the main contribution of Watson and Crick to genetics?

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They made the first working model of DNA.

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Who is known for the concept of inheritance patterns in genetics?

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Mendel.