Although poliovirus capsids contain several distinct proteins, these are synthesized as a single polypeptide then cleaved by proteases to produce the individual proteins.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

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Genes associated with embryonic development are known as

A) homologous genes. B) sigma factors. C) heterologous genes. D) hopanoids. E) homeotic genes.

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What homeostatic requirement might explain why discontinuous breathing is only seen in resting insects?

A. Toxic levels of carbon dioxide can build up in active insects. B. Resting insects have more metabolic activity. C. Oxygen can build up in active insects. D. Oxygen is used as quickly as it arrives in active insects. E. Resting insects produce more carbon dioxide.

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Which assay allows you to identify the exact location of the protein-binding sequence within a promoter?

A) western blotting B) in situ hybridization C) pulse-chase assay D) Southern blotting E) DNA footprint protection assay

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Adaptations aid in the survival and reproduction of an organism in a particular environment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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