Multiple Choice
Which term describes a sequence of DNA that codes for a protein and thus determines a trait?
1
views
7. DNA and Chromosome Structure
DNA as the Genetic Material
Struggling with Genetics?
Join thousands of students who trust us to help them ace their exams!Watch the first videoMultiple Choice
The tetranucleotide hypothesis stated what?
A
There were four nucleotides
B
The four nucleotides were repeated again and again, making up chromosomes
C
Only one of the four nucleotides is used for genetic storage
D
Four nucleotide repeats encode for a protein necessary for genetic storage
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the context of the tetranucleotide hypothesis, which was an early 20th-century idea about the structure of DNA.
Recognize that the hypothesis suggested DNA was composed of repeating units of four nucleotides in a fixed sequence.
Identify the four nucleotides involved: adenine (A), thymine (T), cytosine (C), and guanine (G).
Clarify that the hypothesis implied these nucleotides were repeated in a simple, monotonous pattern, which was later proven incorrect.
Acknowledge that the correct understanding of DNA involves a complex sequence of nucleotides, allowing for genetic diversity and information storage.
9:32mWatch next
Master History and Experiments with a bite sized video explanation from Kylia
Start learningRelated Videos
Related Practice
DNA as the Genetic Material practice set
Problem sets built by lead tutorsExpert video explanations