Molecular Genetics — Flashcards

What is the mode of inheritance of Fragile X syndrome?_____

Which enzyme is responsible for relaxing the DNA strand by creating single- or double-stranded breaks in the DNA helix to add/remove supercoils? _____

What protein in hemidesmosomes binds to fibronectin, laminin, or collagen in the basement membrane? _____ *bonus-Ca2+ dependent? Y/N

Primary lactase deficiency occurs due to absence of the _____ allele

The _____ family of hormones includes: 1. ACTH 2. Melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) 3. Gamma and beta-lipotropin 4. Beta-endorphin

How many ring(s) do purines have?_____

_____ describes the contribution of one gene to multiple phenotypic effects

_____ are a laboratory technique used to profile gene expression levels of thousands of genes simultaneously to study certain diseases and treatments

If a disease has an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern, it is usually _____ skip generations