A Gene Is a Small Segment of A(n)

question 79

Multiple Choice

A gene is a small segment of a(n)

• A) synapse.
• B) neurotransmitter.
• C) DNA molecule.
• D) epigenetic mark.

Understand the role of integrity and loyalty in adhering to ethical principles in business situations.

Comprehend the importance and components of a code of conduct in fostering ethical behavior.

Grasp the significance of corporate responsibility in balancing profit, consumer satisfaction, and societal well-being.

Recognize the legal frameworks, including Sarbanes-Oxley Act, aimed at combating unethical practices in corporations.

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Definitions:

Synonymous Sites

Locations in a gene where a mutation does not change the encoded amino acid, typically due to the redundancy of the genetic code.

Nonsynonymous Sites

Positions in a gene where changes in the DNA sequence lead to changes in the amino acid sequence of the encoded protein, potentially affecting its function.

Directional Selection

A form of natural selection in which one extreme phenotype is favored over other phenotypes, causing allele frequencies to shift in one direction.

Stabilizing Selection

Stabilizing selection favors individuals in the middle of the distribution of phenotypes present in a population (for example, by acting against individuals at either extreme).