Somewhere in the Middle of a Gene Are the Letters

question 12

Multiple Choice

Somewhere in the middle of a gene are the letters AAG.If we insert a letter to make it AACG,the resulting PROTEIN will most likely

• A) have many amino acids changed.
• B) be one amino acid longer.
• C) not exist;no protein will be made.
• D) be exactly the same.
• E) have only one amino acid changed.

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Definitions:

Occupational Safety

Refers to the practice and field of protecting the health and well-being of employees in the workplace.

Noise

Unwanted or disturbing sounds that can negatively affect physical and mental health or environmental quality.

Workday

The part of the day during which one is obliged to perform work or professional duties.

Ionizing Radiation

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