The Feature of "Sticky Ends" That Makes Them Especially Useful

question 47

Multiple Choice

The feature of "sticky ends" that makes them especially useful in DNA recombination is their ability to

• A)bind to DNA and thereby activate transcription.
• B)allow plasmids to attach to the main bacterial chromosome.
• C)bind to ribosomes and thereby activate translation.
• D)form hydrogen- bonded base pairs with complementary single- stranded stretches of DNA.

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Definitions:

Utilitarian Function

A concept in psychology suggesting that attitudes serve a practical function for individuals, helping them to avoid pain or achieve pleasurable outcomes.

Ego-Defensive Function

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Value-Expressive Function

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Functional Theory

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