Which of the Following Is the Best Description of a Gene

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best description of a gene?

• A)a protein whose amino acid sequence is encoded in a segment of DNA
• B)a collection of millions or billions of base pairs of DNA, encoding many proteins
• C)a segment of DNA that is transcribed into an mRNA, a tRNA, or an rRNA
• D)a segment of mRNA that is translated into a protein
• E)A section of the nucleus where transcription takes place.

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Definitions:

Depressive Personality Disorder

A personality disorder characterized by chronic feelings of sadness, emptiness, and emotional instability.

Clusters

Groups of personality disorders. DSM-IV-TR lists 10 personality disorders in three clusters: (A) odd and eccentric disorders (paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal); (B) dramatic, emotional, or erratic disorders (antisocial, borderline, histrionic, and narcissistic); and (C) anxious and fearful disorders (avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive).

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is a standardized classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals.

Clusters

Groups of similar objects, subjects, or events that are placed together based on certain criteria or characteristics.