For a Time, a Gene Was Defined as a Sequence

question 55

Essay

For a time, a gene was defined as a sequence of DNA that encodes a polypeptide. Critique this outdated notion of what a gene is and propose a more comprehensive definition.

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Definitions:

Restaurant Script

A cognitive framework representing the sequence of actions and behaviors expected when dining in a restaurant.

Waiter

A person who serves food and beverages to customers in dining establishments.

Salad

A dish consisting of mixed pieces of food, typically with at least one raw ingredient, often served with a dressing.

Table

A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, used as a surface for working, eating, or on which to place objects.