Which of the Following Factors Is Not Characteristic of Genes

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors is not characteristic of genes:

• A)they serve as a template for building proteins
• B)they must be activated to function
• C)they vary across people principally because of mutations
• D)all of the above are characteristic of genes

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Definitions:

Oxaloacetic Acid

A four-carbon molecule that plays a crucial role in both the Krebs cycle and gluconeogenesis, acting as a substrate for the generation of various intermediates.

Acetyl-CoA

A key molecule involved in metabolism that links glycolysis and the Krebs cycle, playing a crucial role in energy production.

Pyruvate

Pyruvate is a key intermediate in several metabolic pathways throughout the cell.

Net Yield

The total output or result obtained from a process after subtracting any costs, losses, or other deductions.