The Three Fundamental Functions of Genetic Material in a Cell

question 43

Multiple Choice

The three fundamental functions of genetic material in a cell include ________. (Select all that apply)

• A) storage of information needed for making all the parts of a living organism
• B) accurate replication of the information so that it may be passed on to the next generation
• C) opportunity for genetic variation to increase diversity in populations so that they will have a chance to survive environmental change
• D) to have enzymatic activity necessary for the metabolism of the cell

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Definitions:

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