Genes

question 142

Multiple Choice

Genes:

• A) function as templates for producing proteins.
• B) produce human chromosomes.
• C) produce human DNA.
• D) produce mainly waste material.

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Definitions:

Blood pH

A measure of the acidity or alkalinity of the blood, crucial for the body's proper functioning.

Carbon Dioxide

A colorless, odorless gas produced by burning carbon and organic compounds and by respiration. It is absorbed by plants in photosynthesis.

Surface Tension

The elastic tendency of a fluid surface which makes it acquire the least surface area possible, due to intermolecular forces.

Adhesive Forces

Attractive forces between unlike substances, such as water molecules adhering to glass surfaces.