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Biology & Environment: sample 20

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Directions

Read the following questions. Choose the right answer.

There is only ONE correct answer to each question.

Cell genes are responsible for the synthesis of:

  1. enzymes
  2. amino acids
  3. nucleic acids
  4. nitrogen bases
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Correct answer: A. enzymes

Why

Genes code for proteins, including enzymes, by directing their synthesis — not directly for amino acids, nucleic acids, or nitrogen bases (which are the raw materials/building blocks genes are made of or use).

Source: The Standardized Academic Achievement Test (SAAT) for the Science Track Trial Test (ETEC official) Open the official document

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