Why Might a Change in Its Amino Acid Sequence Lead

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why might a change in its amino acid sequence lead to a change in the way a protein functions?

• A) Amino acids determine a protein's shape.The wrong shape may not function normally.
• B) A change in the amino acid sequence would not change the final protein.
• C) A change in the amino acid sequence would cause a change in the DNA,which alters the protein.
• D) A change in the amino acid sequence causes the DNA to pair incorrectly.
• E) None of the above.

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