A(n) _______ is an information-containing segment of DNA that codes for the production of a molecule of RNA, which in most cases codes for one or more proteins.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


gene

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The proteome

A. refers to the complete amino acid sequence of a protein. B. is another way of referring to the paracrystaline array of proteins that cover the surface of some prokaryotes. C. is a proteinaceous organelle of cyanobacteria that can be used as a source of carbon and fixed nitrogen. D. is the entire collection of proteins that an organism can produce.

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During receptor-mediated endocytosis, the ultimate fate of the vesicle and/or its contents include(s)

A) transcytosis. B) transport to late endosome for digestion. C) recycling of receptors. D) only choices B and C E) choices A, B, and C

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Which of the following causes the unwinding of the DNA double helix?

a. DNA polymerase b. DNA helicase c. RNA primer d. primosome e. RNA polymerase

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Oil hydrogenation can produce a product, such as vegetable shortening or margarine, that is spreadable at room temperature because of an unusual bond that does not occur naturally. What is the name of this category of lipid?

A) Saturated fat B) Healthy fat C) Trans fat D) Cholesterol

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