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Differentiate between the genetic codes given below : (a) Unambiguous and Universal (b) Degenerate and Initiator


(a) Unambiguous and Universal : - Unambiguous : - The code is specific, i.e. one codon codes for only one amino acid. Universal : - The code is same in all organisms. (b) Degenerate and Initiator : - Degenerate : - When an amino acid is coded by more than one codon, it is said to be degenerate. Initiator : - AUG is an initiator codon i.e. it initiates the translation process & also codes for methionine.

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Name the microbes that help production of the following products commercially : (a) Statin (b) Citric acid (c) Penicillin (d) Butyric acid

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Mention one application for each of the following : (a) Passive immunization (b) Antihistamine (c) Colostrum (d) Cytokinin-barrier

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List four benefits to human life by eliminating the use of CFCs .

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A pollen grain in angiosperm at the time of dehiscence from an anther could be 2-celled or 3-celled. Explain. How are the cells placed within the pollen grain when shed at a 2-celled stage ?

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Name the type of cross that would help to find the genotype of a pea plant bearing violet flowers.

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A herd of cattle is showing reduced fertility and productivity. Provide one reason and one suggestion to overcome this problem.

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An electrostatic precipitator in a thermal power plant is not able to generate high voltage of several thousands. Write the ecological implication because of it.

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State two postulates of Oparin and Haldane with reference to origin of life.

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What are Cry genes ? In which organism are they present ?

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