Although Watson and Crick Are Credited with the Discovery of the Structure

question 61

Essay

Although Watson and Crick are credited with the discovery of the structure of DNA, they based this discovery on the bench work of many other scientists of the time. Name at least three different pieces of knowledge that Watson and Crick used in their discovery that was based on work from other scientists.

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Definitions:

Moral Conscience

An inner sense of right and wrong that guides a person's beliefs and actions.

Personality

The unique combination of emotional, attitudinal, and behavioral response patterns of an individual.

Superego

In Freudian psychoanalysis, the part of the personality that acts as a moral center, enforcing ethical conduct and striving for perfection.

Personality Structure

The organization of an individual's distinct traits, behaviors, and patterns of thinking, which contribute to their unique personality.