Genetic Concepts and Protein Functions

This lesson covers gene copies and protein production in organisms. Students review a video on mutations, engage in a simulation to explore why some organisms produce one type of protein while others produce two, and modify spider genes to observe changes in protein production. The lesson also explains homozygous and heterozygous gene versions, and concludes with a creative homework assignment connecting these concepts to other science topics.

What was the main focus of the warm-up activity in the lesson?

• Reviewing a video on mutations

• Discussing gene mutations

• Learning about protein synthesis

• Exploring gene copies

In the simulation, why do some organisms produce two types of proteins for a feature?

• They are larger in size

• They consume more nutrients

• They have different gene versions

• They have more genes

What is the purpose of changing the genes of spiders in the simulation?

• To observe changes in protein production

• To increase their lifespan

• To make them larger

• To alter their diet

How are proteins related to traits in organisms?

• Proteins are unrelated to traits

• Proteins determine the color of organisms

• Proteins only affect growth rate

• Proteins directly influence traits

What does it mean if an organism is homozygous for a gene?

• It has two different gene versions

• It has two identical gene versions

• It has no gene versions

• It has more than two gene versions

What is the definition of heterozygous in genetic terms?

• Having identical gene versions

• Having no gene versions

• Having different gene versions

• Having more than two gene versions

What is the significance of using terms like homozygous and heterozygous?

• They determine the lifespan of organisms

• They are used to classify organisms by color

• They describe gene version combinations

• They help in identifying the size of organisms

What is the goal of the homework assignment in this lesson?

• To connect lesson concepts to other science topics

• To memorize genetic terms

• To create a model of a spider

• To write an essay on gene mutations

Which of the following is NOT a topic suggested for the homework assignment?

• Microbiomes

• Metabolism

• Photosynthesis

• Cell division

How does the lesson suggest students should approach the homework creatively?

• By conducting experiments

• By connecting genes, proteins, and traits to other topics

• By writing poems

• By drawing diagrams