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Which of the following contains a human's hereditary information?

A. chromatin

B. Histones

C. ATP

D. Plasmids

Answer Explanation:

Rationale

Chromatin refers to a complex of DNA and proteins in human cells. This material is packaged by histones to make up the chromosomes. The chromosomes then contain genetic information that is heritable.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.

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  • Q #1: Which of the following nucleotides is only found in RNA?

    A. Guanine

    B. Thymine

    C. Uracil

    D. Adenine

    Answer Explanation

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  • Q #2: Which of the following is the term given to the sequence of nucleotides that contains the information to make a specific protein molecule?

    A. Locus

    B. Promoter

    C. Operator

    D. Gene

    Answer Explanation

    A gene is a segment of DNA that codes for a specific protein or polypeptide.

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    A. Digestive

    B. Excretory

    C. Circulatory

    D. Endocrine

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