Multiple Choice
In an organic chemistry reaction involving a population of molecules, what happens to the percentage of each reactant over 50 generations?
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Organic Chemistry Reactions
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In the context of organic chemistry reactions, what is the primary function of a restriction enzyme?
A
It acts as a catalyst in esterification reactions.
B
It facilitates the hydrogenation of alkenes.
C
It catalyzes the formation of peptide bonds.
D
It cleaves DNA at specific sequences.
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Understand that restriction enzymes are proteins used in molecular biology to cut DNA at specific sequences, known as recognition sites.
Recognize that the primary function of restriction enzymes is not related to typical organic chemistry reactions like esterification, hydrogenation, or peptide bond formation.
Identify that restriction enzymes are crucial in genetic engineering and biotechnology for cutting DNA into fragments, which can then be analyzed or recombined.
Note that each restriction enzyme has a specific sequence it recognizes and cuts, which is usually a palindromic sequence in the DNA.
Conclude that the correct function of a restriction enzyme in the context of organic chemistry is to cleave DNA at specific sequences, which is essential for various applications in genetic research and biotechnology.
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