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Describe the function of four parts of an mRNA molecule that are not translated into a protein.

Explain what personalized medicine is and how it can be used to treat cancer.

What are regions 1 through 5 in the diagram?

Alternative splicing has been estimated to occur in more than 95% of multi-exon genes. Which of the following is not an evolutionary advantage of alternative splicing?

The E. coli bacteria can have several mutations that affect the lac operon system. One mutation inhibits the ability of RNA polymerase to bind to the lac operon. How would this affect the cell?

The E. coli bacteria can have several mutations that affect the lac operon system. One mutation inhibits the ability of RNA polymerase to bind to the lac operon. How would this affect the cell?

Alternative splicing has been estimated to occur in more than 95% of multi-exon genes. Which of the following is not an evolutionary advantage of alternative splicing?

Based on the graph above, the color of male guppies can be seen as a balance between positive and negative selections.  Bright colors are an advantage in ________, but a disadvantage in ________.

How can understanding the gene expression pattern in a cancer cell tell you something about that specific form of cancer?

When E. coli cells produce the amino acid tryptophan, a cluster of five genes is transcribed together. This cluster of genes is referred to as the