Intercalating Agents Such as Ethidium Bromide Function as Mutagens to

question 43

Multiple Choice

Intercalating agents such as ethidium bromide function as mutagens to

• A) promote transitions.
• B) remove amine groups.
• C) attach to purines causing distortions.
• D) add ethyl or methyl groups.
• E) fit between stacked bases and disrupt replication.

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Definitions:

Primary Reinforcement

A naturally reinforcing stimulus, such as food or water, which fulfills a biological need.

Secondary Reinforcement

A process in behaviorism where a stimulus reinforces a behavior after it has been associated with a primary reinforcer, often taking the form of social approval, tokens, or money.

Shaping

A method used in behavioral psychology to teach new behaviors by reinforcing successive approximations toward a desired behavior.

Electric Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, often used in experiments or as a deterrent.