In a Mutant E

question 16

Multiple Choice

In a mutant E. coli strain, there was a mutation in the malate dehydrogenase gene that resulted in a stop codon at amino acid position #14. From subcultures of this strain, a colony was obtained that was capable of making malate dehydrogenase. Your approach to examining this phenomenon should be to examine

• A)the DNA and plasmids for the incorporation of a second complete copy of the malate dehydrogenase gene.
• B)the DNA sequence to see if a suppresor mutation has occurred.
• C)other proteins to see if other stop codons are ignored, indicating the presence of a suppresor tRNA.
• D)the DNA sequence to see if a reversion has occurred.
• E)all of the above

Understand the biological process and misconceptions associated with sperm production.

Knowledge of the male refractory period and its variations.

Comprehend the anatomical and functional differences between male and female breasts.

Understand the role and source of lubrication in male sexual activity.

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