Which Statement Is Not Correct About Peptide Nucleic Acids, PNA

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement is not correct about peptide nucleic acids, PNA?

• A) They are combinations of peptides and nucleic acids.
• B) Scientists create them to study the origins of life
• C) They were proven to be the first hereditary molecule.
• D) They may combine the catalytic properties of proteins with the information transfer ability of nucleic acid
• E) All of these statements apply to PNA.

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Definitions:

Cell Expansion

The process by which a cell increases in size, often involving the intake of water and growth of the cell wall and membrane.

Pattern Formation

The biological process by which cells in a developing organism acquire different identities, leading to the formation of specific tissues, organs, and overall body plan.

Differential Gene Expression

The process where genes are turned on or off in different cell types, leading to differences in structure and function among cells.

Morphogenesis

The process by which an organism develops its shape and structure.