Molecular Genetics Pre-assessment (Grade 8)

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    Mutations can be transmitted to the next generation only if they are present in (Standard 2.1h):

    • Brain cells
    • Body cells
    • Sex cells
    • Muscle cells
    • T cells
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The 'Molecular Genetics Pre-Assessment' for Grade 8 explores fundamental concepts of genetics, including nucleotide components, DNA functions, protein structure variations, mutation transmission, and gene presence. It assesses comprehension of these key biological principles, crucial for students' scientific literacy.

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  • 2. 

    Rate, on a scale of 1 – 4, 1 being the lowest and 4 being the highest, how much you already know about molecular genetics.

  • 3. 

    Rate, on a scale of 1 – 4, 1 being the lowest and 4 being the highest, how interested are you in molecular genetics.

    Explanation
    The given answer suggests that the person is equally interested in molecular genetics across all levels, ranging from the lowest (1) to the highest (4). This indicates a high level of interest in the subject, as they are open to all levels of engagement and learning in molecular genetics.

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  • 4. 

    The presence of DNA is important for cellular metabolic activities because DNA (Standard 2.1g)

    • Directs the production of enzymes

    • Is a structural component of cell walls

    • Directly increases the solubility of nutrients

    • Is the major component of cytoplasm

    • Is a direct source of energy

    Correct Answer
    A. Directs the production of enzymes
    Explanation
    DNA directs the production of enzymes. Enzymes are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions in the cell, and they play a crucial role in cellular metabolic activities. DNA contains the genetic information that codes for the production of specific enzymes. Through the process of transcription and translation, the DNA sequence is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into proteins, including enzymes. Therefore, the presence of DNA is important for cellular metabolic activities because it directs the production of enzymes.

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  • 5. 

    A woman has a gene that causes a visual disorder.  To prevent the gene from appearing in future generations, the defective gene would have to be repaired in the mother's (Standard 5.2h):

    • Eye

    • Uterus

    • Nervous system

    • Reproductive cells

    • Epidermal cells

    Correct Answer
    A. Reproductive cells
    Explanation
    To prevent the gene from appearing in future generations, the defective gene would have to be repaired in the mother's reproductive cells. This is because reproductive cells, such as eggs, sperm, or their precursors, carry genetic information that is passed on to offspring. If the defective gene is repaired in these cells, it will not be passed on to future generations, ensuring that the visual disorder does not appear in the offspring. Repairing the gene in other parts of the body, such as the eye, uterus, nervous system, or epidermal cells, would not prevent its transmission to future generations.

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  • 6. 

    A mutagen implicated in cancer is:

    • Ultraviolet light

    • A restriction enzyme

    • Bacteria

    • Caffeine

    • A vector

    Correct Answer
    A. Ultraviolet light
    Explanation
    Ultraviolet light is a mutagen implicated in cancer because it has the ability to cause changes in the DNA sequence. When UV light interacts with DNA, it can cause the formation of thymine dimers, which are abnormal bonds between adjacent thymine bases. These DNA lesions can disrupt normal DNA replication and repair processes, leading to mutations and potentially cancer development. Exposure to UV light, such as from sunlight or tanning beds, is a well-known risk factor for skin cancer.

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  • 7. 

    Protein has a great potential for variation of structure because (Standard 2.1i)

    • Monosaccharides have many different structures

    • Many amino acids may combine in a number of ways

    • Different amino acids occur in pairs

    • Fatty acids may vary

    • Nucleotides may vary

    Correct Answer
    A. Many amino acids may combine in a number of ways
    Explanation
    Proteins have a great potential for variation of structure because many amino acids may combine in a number of ways. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, and there are 20 different types of amino acids that can be arranged in various sequences. This allows for a wide range of possible combinations and arrangements, resulting in the diverse structures and functions of proteins.

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  • 8. 

    The structure and location of a cellular component is represented in the diagram shown.   The polymer in the diagram most likely contains (Standard 2.1j)

    • Adenosine triphosphate

    • Genes

    • Lipids

    • Hydrolytic enzymes

    • Organelles

    Correct Answer
    A. Genes
    Explanation
    The diagram in question represents the structure and location of a cellular component. The polymer in the diagram is most likely genes. This is because genes are the segments of DNA that contain the instructions for building proteins and determining the traits of an organism. They are found within the nucleus of a cell, which is a cellular component. The other options, such as adenosine triphosphate, lipids, hydrolytic enzymes, and organelles, do not typically have a specific structure or location represented in a diagram. Therefore, genes are the most likely polymer in this context.

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  • 9. 

    In the diagram below, which letter indicates a section of the molecule that includes all the components of a nucleotide (Standard 2.1 f)?

    • A

    • B

    • C

    • D

    • None of the Above.

    Correct Answer
    A. A
    Explanation
    In the diagram, letter A indicates a section of the molecule that includes all the components of a nucleotide. A nucleotide consists of a phosphate group, a sugar molecule (deoxyribose in DNA or ribose in RNA), and a nitrogenous base (adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine in DNA or adenine, uracil, cytosine, guanine in RNA). Letter A in the diagram shows all these components, making it the correct answer.

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  • 10. 

    Sometimes a section of a chromosome is lost during meiosis. This loss results in a change in genetic material known as (Standard 2.2d):

    • Deletion

    • Replication

    • Crossing over

    • Polyploidy

    • Point mutation

    Correct Answer
    A. Deletion
    Explanation
    During meiosis, a section of a chromosome can be lost, leading to a change in genetic material known as deletion. This means that a portion of the chromosome is missing, resulting in the loss of specific genes or genetic information. Deletion can have significant effects on an organism's phenotype, as it alters the genetic code and can disrupt the normal functioning of genes.

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  • 11. 

    Which statement is true (Standard 2.1k)? 

    • Every cell in the body are genetically different from each other

    • Stem cells contain genes that are different from differentiated cells

    • Monozygotic twins have different genotypes

    • Muscle cells and nerve cells contain different genes

    • Muscle cells and nerve cells contain the same genes

    Correct Answer
    A. Muscle cells and nerve cells contain the same genes
    Explanation
    Muscle cells and nerve cells contain the same genes. This means that both types of cells have the same set of genetic information, but the expression of these genes may differ, leading to the development of different cell types with distinct functions.

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  • 12. 

    Last Thursday, Ms. Neptune was in her room working. There was some pizza on her desk. At 3:20 P.M., Ms. Neptune needed to leave the room. At 3:30 P.M. when she returned, she found several pieces of pizza were half eaten with saliva (dribble) all over the pieces. She had noticed several people running from her room. Unfortunately, due to a power outage after school, the video cameras that would have detected this situation were not functional. Three students were noticed running from the scene, and their names were given to Ms. Neptune. Ms. Neptune demanded saliva samples from these students. The three students were Amanda, Emily, and Danielle. She took those saliva samples along with a standard sample taken from the dribble on the pizza to a local college for DNA testing. The results of this testing are indicated in the diagram below. Based on the results of this laboratory test, it is mostly likely that the guilty pizza thief/slobberer was (Standard 2.2e):

    • Inconclusive Evidence

    • Emily

    • Amanda

    • Danielle

    • Amanda and Danielle

    Correct Answer
    A. Amanda
    Explanation
    Based on the results of the DNA testing, it is most likely that Amanda is the guilty pizza thief/slobberer. The diagram shows that the DNA from the saliva on the pizza matches Amanda's DNA sample. This indicates that Amanda's saliva was on the half-eaten pieces of pizza, making her the most likely culprit.

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