Genes Function by

question 20

Multiple Choice

Genes function by

• A)directing specific growth in organs.
• B)controlling a particular aspect of the production of a specific protein.
• C)controlling particular traits,such as intelligence.
• D)chemically altering our environment.

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Definitions:

Somatic Cell

A cell in a living being that is not involved in reproduction.

Kidney Cell

A type of cell found in the kidney that performs functions such as filtration, reabsorption, secretion, and excretion to regulate body fluids and electrolytes.

Sister Chromatids

The two identical DNA molecules of a duplicated eukaryotic chromosome, attached at the centromere.

Chromosome

A structure that consists of DNA together with associated proteins; carries part or all of a cell’s genetic information.