Asked by
Miguel Armenta
on Dec 17, 2024Verified
The human genetic code,transmitted at the moment of conception and stored in our genes,is composed of specific sequences of ________??__.
A) chromosomes
B) DNA
C) membranes
D) cells
Genetic Code
The set of rules by which information encoded within genetic material (DNA or mRNA sequences) is translated into proteins by living cells.
DNA
stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses.
Chromosomes
Structures within living cells that contain DNA and carry genetic information necessary for cell growth, division, and function.
- Gain an insight into the basic concepts of genetic inheritance, including the importance of chromosomes and DNA.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain an insight into the basic concepts of genetic inheritance, including the importance of chromosomes and DNA.