Nucleotides Are Composed of

question 96

Multiple Choice

Nucleotides are composed of

• A) amino acids.
• B) nucleic acids.
• C) a phosphate, a sugar, and a base.
• D) a base and phosphate.
• E) fatty acids and a base.

Recognize the impact of genetic mutations and disorders on human health, including the mechanism of inheritance and manifestations of specific diseases.

Understand the genetic basis and implications of Huntington disease.

Identify the characteristics and genetic causes of Down syndrome.

Understand the techniques and applications of genetic engineering including knockout technology and transgenic animals.

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Definitions:

Total Contribution Margin

The amount left over from sales revenue after variable expenses have been deducted; it contributes to covering fixed costs and generating profit.

Fixed Costs

Charges that stay the same no matter the scale of production or sales, like rent, salaries, and insurance.

Variable Costs

Expenses that vary depending on the amount of products or services a company generates.

Mixed Cost

A cost that contains both variable and fixed cost elements, changing in total with changes in activity level but not in the same proportion.