DNA/Protein Synthesis/Cell Cycle HN - Kathy Egbert | Library

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A large molecule of DNA is composed of smaller molecules called:

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Which one of the following nucleotide base pairs would be found in a DNA molecule?

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A DNA nucleotide may be made up of a phosphate group, along with:

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What part of a nucleotide is labeled “A” on the DNA molecule above?

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In a portion of a gene, the nitrogenous base sequence is T-C-G-A-A-T. What is the complementary DNA sequence that normally bonds to this section of the gene?

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Watson and Crick described the DNA molecule as a:

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The process of DNA replication is necessary before a cell:

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The process by which a DNA molecule is copied is called:

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DNA replication results in:

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Which of these is responsible for carrying coded information from the nucleus?

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Use the codon chart supplied to you to answer this question. Determine the correct polypeptide strand if the mRNA strand contains the following code: UGC AGG CAU CGA

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A scientist compared the genes and proteins from a root cell and a leaf cell of a single apple tree. What will the scientist observe about the cells?

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The diagram above shows the steps in producing a protein. Where in the cell does step 2 occur?

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The diagramme above represents a portion of a type of organic molecule present in all cells of all organisms. What will most likely happen if there is a change in the base sequence of this molecule?

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How do cells use the genetic information within this molecule?

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Use the codon table supplied to you to answer this question. A normal portion of a gene in DNA reads AAA/TGT/CGA/CCA. The DNA is exposed to chemicals that cause mutations. Which of the DNA mutations shown below will cause a change in the amino acid sequence?

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Which of the following is the correct sequence for plant cell mitosis in the diagram above?

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Although mitosis ends with two identical diploid cells, meiosis ends with:

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Meiosis occurs during the production of:

Review Questions

These questions will cover material from prior units, and are similar to questions that are likely to appear on the SOL.

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Orchids were studied to determine if the amount of humidity affected the flowering of these plants. Which of these was the independent variable in this study?

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The picture shows some containers of different foods that were left in the open for 2 days. Which question could most realistically be answered by this experiment?

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This graph shows the sizes of lynx (large predatory cat) and hare (similar to a rabbit) populations between the years of 1845 and 1940. If a predator of the lynx enters the food chain, you might expect the number of...

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In this figure, as matter and energy move from grasses to coyotes, the amount of available energy:

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In the cell membrane model shown above, the molecules which move large molecules into and out of the cell are known as:

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Which factor would need to be known before a valid conclusion could be based upon the data shown above?

Short Answer

Respond to all open-ended questions as completely as possible. Full sentences are encouraged, but not required.

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During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication take place? Be specific! (1)

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Why does DNA replication take place? (1)

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Draw and label the DNA nucleotide. (4)Use the largest text possible.

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Complete the chart below for Transcription and Translation. (6)Use the largest text possible.

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Beginning with Cell D, write the correct order for the cells above that are going through mitosis. (5)

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In the Venn diagramme below, compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis. Include the processes as well as the end products of each. (6)Use the largest text possible.