- 1. Molecular biology is a branch of biology that focuses on the study of biological processes at the molecular level, particularly the interactions between various systems within a cell, including the interactions between DNA, RNA, and proteins. It involves the study of the structure and function of molecules essential to life, such as nucleic acids and proteins, and how they regulate various biological processes. Molecular biology plays a crucial role in understanding genetics, gene expression, cell signaling, and many other fundamental biological processes. Researchers in this field utilize a variety of techniques to investigate these molecular mechanisms, including genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics, leading to significant advancements in our understanding of life at a molecular level.
Which of the following describes the structure of DNA?
A) Triple helix
B) Single strand
C) Double helix
D) Circular
- 2. What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?
A) Translates proteins into genetic code
B) Replicates DNA
C) Stabilizes the genetic information
D) Carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome
A) A three-nucleotide sequence in mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid
B) A protein subunit
C) A segment of DNA that regulates gene expression
D) An enzyme in the nucleus
- 4. What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?
A) Stabilizes the genetic code
B) Connects mRNA and ribosomes
C) Transfers amino acids to the ribosome
D) Transcribes DNA
- 5. What is the process by which a protein is made from mRNA called?
A) Transcription
B) Replication
C) Translation
D) Mutation
- 6. Which technique is used to determine the sequence of nucleotides in a DNA molecule?
A) PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)
B) Gel electrophoresis
C) Gene cloning
D) DNA sequencing
A) Circular DNA molecule found in bacteria that can replicate independently
B) Large protein structure in the cell membrane
C) Small RNA molecule involved in protein synthesis
D) Segment of chromosomal DNA
- 8. Which of the following organelles is responsible for cellular respiration?
A) Golgi apparatus
B) Endoplasmic reticulum
C) Mitochondria
D) Nucleus
- 9. Which enzyme is responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication?
A) Ligase
B) DNA polymerase
C) Helicase
D) Topoisomerase
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