Can One Gene Make Different Proteins

question 60

Multiple Choice

Can one gene make different proteins?

• A)Yes, by splicing the resulting mRNA differently (i.e., removing different exons)
• B)Yes, by modifying the original DNA
• C)No, because one gene codes only for a single protein
• D)No, because genes do not make proteins

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by distorted thinking, perceptions, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Psychotic Thought Processes

Refers to patterns of thinking that are severely disrupted, often characterized by delusions or hallucinations, and are typical in various psychotic disorders.

Psychological Disorder

A condition characterized by patterns of thought, feeling, or behavior that leads to distress, impaired functioning, or both.

Positive Symptoms

Symptoms that add abnormal behaviors or experiences, such as hallucinations or delusions, particularly in the context of conditions like schizophrenia.