146. An integral plasma membrane protein is glycosylated. Scientists can trace the journey of this protein from the time of its initial translation to its translocation to the plasma membrane […]
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Recommended Daily Intake of Folic Acid for Adults
75. Intake of total folic acid should not exceed ______ in the diet for adults. 1. 0.8 mg/day 2. 1.6 mg/day 3.0.4 mg/day 4.4.0 mg/day What is Folic Acid? […]
DNA Strand Separation and Base Pair Composition in Replication and Transcription
147. Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R Assertion A: The strand separation of DNA occurs in vivo […]
Understanding Myasthenia Gravis: Causes and Mechanisms
74. Myasthenia Gravis is primarily caused due to 1. degeneration of muscles. 2. defects in adrenergic receptor system. 3. defects in the cholinergic receptors system. 4. kidney failure. What […]
The Role of FLOWERING LOCUS C (FLC) in Arabidopsis Flowering Regulation
73. Following are certain statements regarding FLOWERING LOCUS C (FLC) gene in Arabidopsis: A. FLC is a strong repressor of flowering. B. Higher expression of FLC induces early flowering. C. […]
Why E. coli BL21(DE3) Is Preferred for Protein Expression Using pET Vectors
148. The E. 𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑖 strain 𝐵𝐿21(𝐷𝐸3) is used for expressing recombinant proteins whose genes are cloned in the 𝑝𝐸𝑇 series vectors. The primary reason for this is: 1. 𝐵𝐿21(𝐷𝐸3) lacks […]
Understanding Palindromic Sequences and Their Role in Restriction Enzymes
72. Given below are two statements: Statement I: Palindromic sequences are DNA sequences that are the same when each strand of DNA is read in the same direction. Statement II: […]
Colchicine and Mitosis: The Specific Stage It Inhibits
149. Which stage of mitosis is blocked by colchicine? 1. Prophase 2. Telophase 3. Anaphase 4. Metaphase Introduction Colchicine is a chemical compound commonly used in biological research and medicine. […]
Understanding the Role of Glial Cells and Myelin in Neuronal Function
71. Given below are two statements: Statement I: Glial cells form myelin around the axons of neurons Statement II: Myelin enables the rapid transmission of action potentials down an axon […]
Understanding Bacterial Capsules: Functions and a Common Misconception
150. Many bacteria produce an extracellular capsule composed of a network of polysaccharides and/or proteins that are loosely attached to the cell wall. Which of the following statement is INCORRECT […]


