Poly U, an artificial mRNA, was added to a test tube with all other components for protein synthesis (“Complete system”). Other test tubes differed from the complete system as indicated in the table. Samples were tested for radioactive phenylalanine incorporation. with the results in the table below. Explain the results […]

1) In stenchblossoms, 2 genes control flower color.  The all-recessive phenotype (aabb) is pale green.  The product of the dominant “A” allele converts the flower to pink.  The product of the dominant “B” allele converts the pink pigment to yellow.  A pale green flower named Max mates with a pink […]

Topic: Genomics Question: Describe how the use of genetic knowledge can change the course of disease. What are the implications of the prolific use of genetic knowledge for the intervention of disease? Should there be any limitations to the use of genetic knowledge? Provide rationale for your argument that includes […]

Q1. The frequency of PTC nontasters (tt genotype) is advanced than expected if there is a selective advantage to tasting bitter plants or foods in general. PTC is similar to known toxic alkalods that can lead to problems in thyroid metabolism, thus losing the ability to taste these compounds should […]