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1. If transcription could proceed in both directions along both DNA strands of a

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Question

1. If transcription could proceed in both directions along both DNA strands of a gene, how many different polypeptides could be coded for by a single gene?

1

2

3

4

none

am not sure why 2 is inaccurate

2. Which of the following statements concerning the infection of human cells by HIV viruses is not accurate?

After entry to the cell, the virus coat is removed, and then the viral DNA is released into the cell.

The virus binds to specific sites on the surface of a human cell

. Single stranded DNA is converted into double stranded DNA.

When viral DNA takes over the protein synthesizing apparatus of the cell, viral proteins are produced by the host cell ribosomes.

New viral particles, containing nucleic acid and structural protein, 'pinch off' from the host cell membrane.

i tho it would be Single stranded DNA is converted into double stranded DNA. bur it was inaccurate

Thanks

Explanation / Answer

1. If transcription could proceed in both directions along both DNA strands of a