Linus Pauling Demonstrated That

question 18

Multiple Choice

Linus Pauling demonstrated that:

• A) the structure of hemoglobin was altered by a mutation of a single gene.
• B) mutations only caused defects in enzymes.
• C) mutations alter the structure of RNA, but not proteins.
• D) mutations were inherited.
• E) the structure of hemoglobin was altered by mutations in any of a dozen genes.

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Definitions:

Decreased

To become smaller or less in size, quantity, intensity, or degree.

Equivalent Phrase

A term or expression that has the same meaning as another, especially in a different mathematical context.

Difference

The outcome of deducting one figure from another.

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