Which of the following statements about genomic libraries and cDNA libraries is TRUE?

A. a cDNA library is derived from chromosomal DNA.
B. a genomic library is derived from mRNA.
C. a genomic library is made using reverse transcriptase.
D. a genomic library is derived from mRNA and is made using reverse transcriptase.
E. a cDNA library is derived from mRNA and is made using reverse transcriptase.


E. a cDNA library is derived from mRNA and is made using reverse transcriptase.

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Disruption of neural signaling can produce profound changes in mood and behavior. Cocaine exerts its effects by

A. blocking dopamine reuptake from synapses. B. blocking serotonin reuptake from synapses. C. preventing neurotransmitter vesicle fusion with presynaptic neuron membranes. D. blocking the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. E. binding to the GABA receptor to enhance inhibitory neurotransmission.

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