Which Statement Supports the Theory That All Organisms Are Related

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which statement supports the theory that all organisms are related?

• A)The genetic code is almost universal.
• B)All flies have two wings.
• C)Body parts with similar functions in different species are determined by unrelated genes.
• D)Prokaryotes have circular chromosomes.

Understand the role and types of genetic elements that regulate gene expression.

Identify mechanisms of genetic variation and recombination.

Comprehend the concept of genetic diversity and its sources.

Understand the mechanisms and implications of gene regulation at different stages.

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Definitions:

Structural Adaptations

Physical features of an organism that enable it to survive and reproduce in its environment.

β-Oxidation

A metabolic process that breaks down fatty acids in the mitochondria to generate acetyl-CoA, a key molecule in energy production.

Krebs Cycle

A series of enzymatic reactions in mitochondria that generate ATP through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA, central to cellular respiration.

Water-Soluble Vitamin

Vitamins that dissolve in water and are not stored in the body, thus requiring regular intake, such as vitamin C and B vitamins.