In a Plant, Analysis of Rubisco Reveals That, in Some

question 8

Essay

In a plant, analysis of Rubisco reveals that, in some proteins, rbcL is deficient while rbcS is normal. In other Rubisco proteins, both rbcL and rbcS are normal. What does this indicate about the two genes encoding these subunits?

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Definitions:

Saccule

A small, bed-like structure in the vestibular system of the inner ear, contributing to the sense of balance.

Maculae

Specialized structures in the inner ear responsible for detecting linear acceleration and head position relative to gravity.

Vestibule

An entrance or enclosed area leading to other spaces; in anatomy, it refers to spaces within the inner ear and other organs.

Stereocilia

Hairlike projections on the surface of certain cells, such as those in the inner ear, involved in mechanosensing.