Genetic Task Cards Answer Check

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing the cell's genetic material (DNA) and regulating gene expression and cell division.

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What is the correct order of the options: A, B, C, D, E?

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B, A, C, D, E

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What does mRNA stand for and what is its role?

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mRNA stands for messenger RNA, and it carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is tRNA and what is its function?

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tRNA stands for transfer RNA, and it helps in the translation process by bringing amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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What percentage of offspring will have short whiskers if the trait is recessive and both parents are homozygous dominant?

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0%.

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Define mRNA and its significance in protein synthesis.

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mRNA (messenger RNA) is a type of RNA that conveys genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where protein synthesis occurs, translating mRNA into polypeptide chains.

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Explain the difference between DNA and RNA.

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) stores genetic information, while RNA (ribonucleic acid) plays a role in translating that information into proteins.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell, controls the movement of substances in and out, and facilitates communication with other cells.

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What is the significance of the genetic code?

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The genetic code is a set of rules that defines how the sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA is translated into proteins.