A Cell Is Placed into a Solution That Has the Same

question 121

Multiple Choice

A cell is placed into a solution that has the same osmolarity. However, one of the solutes in the solution is able to move across the membrane (the cell does not contain this solute) . After a period of time, the solution into which the cell was placed would become

• A) hyperosmotic.
• B) isotonic.
• C) hypertonic.
• D) hypotonic.
• E) iso -osmotic.

Appreciate the process of mRNA processing, including splicing, and its significance in gene expression.

Recognize the significance of model organisms in genetic research and the principles of genetic inheritance.

Understand the concept of enzymes being polypeptides and the implications of the one-gene, one-enzyme hypothesis.

Grasp the redundancy of the genetic code and how it impacts protein synthesis.

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