What Is a Gene

question 39

Multiple Choice

What is a gene?

• A)a type of cell
• B)an organelle that houses DNA
• C)a type of hormone
• D)a unit of inheritance

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Definitions:

Microtubule Production

The process of synthesizing microtubules, which are cylindrical structures that play a role in cell shape, division, and intracellular transport.

Ribosomes

Cellular organelles responsible for synthesizing proteins by translating mRNA.

White Blood Cell

Cells of the immune system that defend the body against both infectious disease and foreign materials.

Liver Cells

Also known as hepatocytes, these are the main cell type found in the liver, playing a vital role in metabolism, detoxification, and protein synthesis.