What Is the Angular Resolution of the Hubble Space Telescope

question 25

Multiple Choice

What is the angular resolution of the Hubble Space Telescope?

• A) 0.01 arcsecond
• B) 0.001 arcsecond
• C) 1 arcsecond
• D) 0.1 arcsecond

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Definitions:

Gene Expression

The process by which information from a gene is used in the synthesis of a functional gene product, often proteins, which can affect the phenotype of the organism.

Operon

A group of genes in prokaryotes that are transcribed together and regulated by a single promoter and operator sequence, facilitating coordinated expression of genes with related functions.

Transcription

The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA, particularly messenger RNA, paving the way for protein synthesis in cells.

Phosphorylation

A biochemical process that involves the addition of a phosphate group to a molecule, such as a protein, which can alter the molecule's function.