What Hypothesis Explains Why Some TRNA Molecules Can Bind to More

question 10

Multiple Choice

What hypothesis explains why some tRNA molecules can bind to more than one codon?

• A) jiggle hypothesis
• B) shimmy hypothesis
• C) teeter hypothesis
• D) totter hypothesis
• E) wobble hypothesis

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Definitions:

Cortisone

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex or synthetically, used medicinally to treat inflammation and adrenal insufficiency.

Cortisol

Glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex that responds to stress on a long-term basis; reduces inflammation and promotes protein and fat metabolism.

Adrenal Cortex

Outer portion of the adrenal gland; secretes mineralocorticoids, such as aldosterone, and glucocorticoids, such as cortisol.

Long-Term Stress

Chronic stress experienced over an extended period of time, which can negatively affect health, mood, productivity, and relationships.