Apoint mutation changes a codon in an mrna molecule. will the mutation affect the polypeptide that forms? why?
a. yes. each amino acid is specified by only one codon.
b. no. the structure of dna, and not rna, determines the polypeptide
c. maybe. some codons are translated into two or more amino acids.
d. maybe. some sets of codons are translated into the same amino acid.

What is the difference between sex-linked traits and autosomal traits in humans? a. sex-linked traits can only be passed from fathers to sons, while autosomal traits can be passed on from both parents to offspring of any sex. b. sex-linked traits are passed on through the x and y chromosomes, while autosomal traits are passed on through the other 22 chromosomes. c. sex-linked traits only affect females, while autosomal traits affect both males and females. d. sex-linked traits refer to genes that are on the x and y chromosomes, while autosomal traits refer to genes on all 23 chromosomes.

The mammal pictured below is a silvery mole rat. which statement is an inference based on the picture? the animal is ugly. the animal has hairless feet with sharp claws. the animal has prominent upper and lower incisor teeth. the animal likely has poor vision since its eyes are so small.

What is one way intensive agriculture can contribute to climate change? a. tree loss to agriculture increases earth's albedo b. livestock manure absorbs greenhouse gases c. large herds of livestock release greenhouse gases d. fewer trees are available to replenish petroleum stores appex