QCM : Genetics and Chromosomal Inheritance — 9 questions

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1. What is a chromosome?

A structure made of condensed DNA that carries genetic information
A protein that helps in cell movement
A molecule that stores energy in cells
A type of RNA involved in protein synthesis

A structure made of condensed DNA that carries genetic information

Explication

A chromosome is a structure made of condensed DNA that carries genetic information, organizing genes within the cell for transmission during cell division.

2. What is the primary structural component of DNA that carries genetic instructions?

A single nucleotide chain
A double helix of two DNA strands
Proteins
Carbohydrates

A double helix of two DNA strands

Explication

The double helix structure of DNA, composed of two strands, is the key feature that carries genetic information, as described in the source content. Proteins and carbohydrates are not the main carriers of genetic instructions.

3. What is the composition of human sex chromosomes in females?

XY
XO
YY
XX

XX

Explication

Females have XX sex chromosomes, which determine the female biological sex in humans. The XY pair is found in males, YY is not a typical human sex chromosome pair, and XO is associated with Turner syndrome, not normal female sex chromosomes.

4. How many pairs of chromosomes do humans typically have?

46
23
23 pairs
78

23 pairs

Explication

Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes, totaling 46 individual chromosomes; this is a core fact from the content. The number 78 refers to dogs, which have 39 pairs.

5. Which of the following best describes a gene?

A long strand of DNA
A unit on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait
A type of cell division process
A protein that influences traits

A unit on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait

Explication

Genes are specific units located on chromosomes that carry instructions for traits, not just DNA strands or proteins on their own.

6. What distinction is made between alleles?

Alleles are identical versions of a gene
Alleles are different forms of a gene at a specific locus
Alleles are the same in all individuals of a species
Alleles are chromosomes that carry genes

Alleles are different forms of a gene at a specific locus

Explication

Alleles are different versions of the same gene at a particular locus, which account for variations in traits like eye color, according to the content.

7. Which species has the highest number of chromosome pairs mentioned in the content?

Humans
Dogs
Cats
Dogs (39 pairs)

Dogs (39 pairs)

Explication

Dogs have 39 pairs of chromosomes, which is more than humans’ 23 pairs; this showcases the variation among species discussed.

8. What is trisomy 21, as mentioned in the content?

A chromosome mutation involving a missing chromosome
An extra chromosome 21 leading to Down syndrome
A type of gene variant affecting blood groups
A process of cell division

An extra chromosome 21 leading to Down syndrome

Explication

Trisomy 21 refers to an individual having three copies of chromosome 21, which is associated with Down syndrome, as provided in the content.

9. Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between DNA and chromosomes?

Chromosomes are composed of proteins that store DNA
Chromosomes are condensed structures of DNA that organize genetic material
DNA is only found within chromosomes during cell division
Genes are located outside chromosomes

Chromosomes are condensed structures of DNA that organize genetic material

Explication

Chromosomes are condensed forms of DNA that organize genetic information during cell division, as explained in the key points.

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DNA — structure?

Double helix of nucleotides.

DNA — structure?

Double helix of two strands.

Chromosomes — function?

Carry genetic information in condensed form.

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