Asked by peter restivo on Apr 24, 2024
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A gene is a small segment of a(n)
A) synapse.
B) neurotransmitter.
C) DNA molecule.
D) epigenetic mark.
DNA Molecule
The fundamental and distinctive structure of biological organisms, consisting of two long chains of nucleotides twisted into a double helix and responsible for genetic traits.
Epigenetic Mark
Chemical modifications to the DNA or surrounding proteins that affect gene expression without changing the DNA sequence and can be influenced by environmental factors.
Synapse
The junction between two neurons, facilitating the transmission of electrical or chemical signals from one neuron to the other.
- Understand the basic structure and role of genes within DNA.
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Zybrea KnightMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A gene is a specific sequence of nucleotides within a DNA molecule that carries information to code for a specific protein or RNA molecule.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic structure and role of genes within DNA.