Because RNA is a _______, it is more likely than DNA to get damaged during chemical reactions

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.


ANS:
catalyst

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What is the function of the ampr gene in a plasmid vector?

A) It provides several unique restriction enzyme recognition sites for opening up the plasmid. B) It allows a researcher to separate bacterial cells with a plasmid from those without a plasmid. C) It contains an origin for replication of the bacterial chromosome. D) It allows a researcher to distinguish plasmids with an insert from those without an insert. E) It is required for packing plasmid DNA into bacteriophage heads.

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Generally, the homicide rate is higher in cities with large populations than in smaller municipalities. How, then, would you characterize homicides as population-controlling factors?

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Polyploidy in plants

A. allows for adaptation to diverse environments. B. allows humans to create plants with unusual flowers. C. may alter the levels of gene expression. D. is very common. E. All of these statements are true regarding polyploidy in plants.

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