Which of the Following Statements Concerning Transposons Is FALSE

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning transposons is FALSE?

• A)They are "molecular parasites."
• B)They replicate more slowly than other genes.
• C)They can be inserted into host genes.
• D)Eukaryotes have epigenetic mechanisms for silencing them.
• E)They can increase in number from one cell generation to the next.

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Definitions:

CGG Sequences

Specific sequences of DNA nucleotides comprising cytosine and guanine, often studied for their role in genetic diseases.

Genomic Imprinting

A biological occurrence where specific genes are manifested based on which parent they are inherited from.

Polyploidy

The condition of having more than two complete sets of chromosomes, common in plants and some animal species.

Chromosomes

Structures within cells that contain genetic information (DNA) organized into genes.