Molecular Genetics
This topic delves into the structure of DNA and its role in protein synthesis. Students will understand how genes determine the characteristics of an organism.
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This topic delves into the structure of DNA and its role in protein synthesis. Students will understand how genes determine the characteristics of an organism.
Key Questions
- What is the basic structure of a DNA molecule?
- How does DNA control the production of proteins?
- What is a mutation and how can it affect an organism?
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