Which Type of Biological Compound Is the Main Component in the Skeleton

question 124

Multiple Choice

Which type of biological compound is the main component in the skeleton of insects if the repeating unit is a polyhydroxy aldehyde?

• A)protein
• B)carbohydrate
• C)lipid
• D)nucleic acid
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Genotype Frequencies

The proportion of different genetic variants (genotypes) within a population.

New Alleles

New alleles are variations of genes that arise through mutations, providing a source for genetic diversity within populations.

Mutation

A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence of a gene, which can lead to differences in physical traits or impact health.

Founder Effect

A genetic phenomenon that occurs when a new population is established by a very small number of individuals, leading to a reduction in genetic variation and possible drift in allele frequencies.