Which of the following does NOT obey the law of independent assortment?
A. Two genes next to each other on a chromosome
B. Two genes on opposite ends of a chromosome
C. Flower color and height in snapdragons
D. Seed color and flower color in peas
Two genes next to each other (or within a specified close distance) are said to be linked. Linked genes do not follow the law of Independent assortment because they are too close together to be segregated from each other in meiosis.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.
More Questions on TEAS 7 Science
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Q #1: Which of the following conclusions is supported by the data from this survey?
A. Dally screen usage in the United States decreases with age
B. Daily screen usage in the United States, increases with age.
C. In the United States, most people use screens more than 3 but less than13 hours a day
D. In the United States, people over 75 generally don't use screens.
Answer Explanation
The percentage of respondents that indicated average screen usage between 4-12 hours per day is (628 +650+389) ÷ 2, 307 ≈ 0.723 or 72.3% This is indeed a significant majority of the responses and would be a reasonable conclusion. The highest screen usage is in the middle two groups with both the younger and older groups indicating less screen usage, so the daily usage neither increases nor decreases with age. While the oldest group shows the least usage per day, the survey data indicates that some of the Individuals over 75 do indeed use screens.
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Q #2: Which section of the digestive system is responsible for receiving chyme and further digesting it?
A. The large intestine
B. The duodenum
C. The jejunum
D. The gallbladder
Answer Explanation
The duodenum is the first section of the small intestine. It receives partially digested food (also called chyme) from the stomach, further digesting it with the help of enzymes released by the gall bladder. Then, the food enters into the jejunum, then the ileum. The large Intestine's main function is the reabsorption of water into the body to form solid waste. It also allows for the absorption of vitamin K produced by microbes living inside the large intestine.
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Q #3: A group of researchers have conducted a study examining the impact of a new medication on blood pressure. What is the purpose of submitting the study for publication in a peer-reviewed journal?
A. Other scientists can validate or disprove the findings.
B. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will guarantee acceptance of the study's conclusions.
C. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal is unnecessary for this type of study.
D. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will lead to the manipulation of the study's results.
Answer Explanation
Other scientists can validate or disprove the findings.
The purpose of submitting a study for publication in a peer-reviewed journal is to have the study’s methodology, results, and conclusions evaluated by other experts in the field.
This process helps to ensure the quality and validity of the research. Choice B.
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will guarantee acceptance of the study’s conclusions is incorrect because publication in a peer-reviewed journal does not guarantee acceptance of the study’s conclusions.
The study’s findings may still be subject to debate and further research. Choice C.
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal is unnecessary for this type of study is incorrect because publication in a peer-reviewed journal is an important step in the scientific process for all types of studies.
Choice D.
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will lead to the manipulation of the study’s results is incorrect because the peer-review process is designed to prevent manipulation of results by ensuring that the study meets rigorous standards for quality and validity.
