The Genetic Code Is Essentially the Same for All Organisms

question 3

Multiple Choice

The genetic code is essentially the same for all organisms. From this, one can logically assume which of the following?

• A) A gene from an organism can theoretically be expressed by any other organism.
• B) All organisms have experienced convergent evolution.
• C) DNA was the first genetic material.
• D) The same codons in different organisms translate into different amino acids.
• E) Different organisms have different types of amino acids.

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Definitions:

Digestive Reflexes

Automatic responses of the digestive system that aid in the process of digestion, such as saliva production and peristalsis.

Pavlov's Research

A series of experiments conducted by Ivan Pavlov that demonstrated the process of classical conditioning through the use of dogs, bells, and salivation.

Stimuli

External or internal factors that elicit a response from a living organism or a system.

CS-US Pairings

A term from classical conditioning theory referring to the repeated association of a conditioned stimulus (CS) with an unconditioned stimulus (US).