1
AIPMT 2003
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
In the genetic code dictionary, how many codons are used to code for all the 20 essential amino acids : -
A
64
B
20
C
60
D
61
2
AIPMT 2003
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
What would happen if in a gene encoding a polypeptide of 50 amino acids, 25th codon (UAU) is mutated to UAA ?
A
A polypeptide of 49 amino acids will be formed
B
A polypeptide of 25 amino acids will be formed
C
Two polypeptides of 24 and 25 amino acids will be formed
D
A polypeptide of 24 amino acids will be formed
3
AIPMT 2003
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Industrial melanism is an example of : -
A
Darkening of skin due to smoke from industries
B
Defensive adaptation of skin against ultraviolet radiations
C
Drug resistance
D
Protective resemblance with the surroundings
4
AIPMT 2003
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Convergent evolution is illustrated by : -
A
Bacterium and protozoan
B
Rat and dog
C
Dogfish and whale
D
Starfish and cuttle fish