All of the Following Are CORRECT Statements About the Process

question 42

Multiple Choice

All of the following are CORRECT statements about the process of transcription (in vivo) EXCEPT

• A) accurate transcription involves a protein called sigma which permits RNA polymerase to bind and initiate transcription at specific sites on the DNA molecule.
• B) the entire DNA molecule is transcribed once transcription begins.
• C) an mRNA produced as a result of transcription may code for more than one polypeptide chain in prokaryotes.
• D) a newly synthesized RNA molecule is complementary in base sequence to only one strand of the DNA which served as template.

Recognize and explain the process and significance of gene transfer mechanisms, including horizontal and vertical gene transfer.

Distinguish between fundamental evolutionary divergences such as prokaryotes vs. eukaryotes.

Identify the characteristics of different taxonomic classes and the basis for their classification.

Analyze the importance of phylogenetic systematics and cladistics in understanding evolutionary relationships.

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Vicarious Reinforcement

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