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5211. Which of the following s an example of aromatic carboxylic acid?

Moderate
  • A. Ethanoic acid
  • B. Butanoic acid
  • C. Adipic acid
  • D. Phthalic acid

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Correct answer: Phthalic acid

5212. Activator of phosphatase enzyme is:

Moderate
  • A. Mn2+
  • B. Mg2+
  • C. Zn2+
  • D. None of these

Explanation: Mn2+, Co2+, Ni2+ with an activating effect, Zn2+ with an inhibitory effect. They all bind to the enzyme at the same site and also induce the supposed conformational change. However, Zn2+ is able to produce interactions, perhaps with Pi which is one of the products of hydrolysis, which might explain its inhibitory effect.

Correct answer: Zn2+

5213. Acetic acid can be used in:

Moderate
  • A. In synthesizing pickles
  • B. In paints
  • C. In pesticides
  • D. all of these

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Correct answer: In synthesizing pickles

5214. Which of the following acid solution is used for the seasoning of food?

Moderate
  • A. Butyric acid
  • B. Phthalic acid
  • C. Lactic acid
  • D. Acetic acid

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Correct answer: Acetic acid

5215. Which of the following causes the inactivation of enzymes?

Moderate
  • A. Concentration of substrate
  • B. Optimum temperature
  • C. Beta radiation
  • D. Optimum pH

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Correct answer: Beta radiation

5216. How many classes of enzymes are there according to international union of biochemistry?

Moderate
  • A. Four
  • B. Six
  • C. Five
  • D. Two

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Correct answer: Six

5217. Which of the following elements is not present in all the proteins?

Moderate
  • A. S
  • B. C
  • C. N
  • D. O

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Correct answer: S

5218. The method of treatment of disease in which bone marrow cells are used is:

Moderate
  • A. Gene therapy
  • B. Radiotherapy
  • C. Chemotherapy
  • D. Physiotherapy

Explanation: Gene therapy is a method of treating diseases by altering the genetic material within a person's cells and often involves using bone marrow cells. Bone marrow contains stem cells that can be used in gene therapy applications to treat various genetic disorders. Radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and physiotherapy do not involve the use of bone marrow cells. Radiotherapy uses radiation, chemotherapy uses drugs, and physiotherapy focuses on physical rehabilitation techniques.

Correct answer: Gene therapy

5219. Given is the base sequence of a primer used in the polymerase chain reaction.ATGACAAATCGThe base sequence of a DNA fragment to which this primer would bind is

Moderate
  • A. UACTGUUUAGC
  • B. TUCTGTTTAGC
  • C. TACTGTTTAGC
  • D. UACUGUUUAGC

Explanation: The sequence provided is a DNA primer, which means it is composed of DNA bases: adenine (A), thymine (T), cytosine (C), and guanine (G). DNA does not contain uracil (U), which is found in RNA. The correct complementary base pairing for the sequence ATGACAAATCG would be TACTGTTTAGC, where adenine pairs with thymine, and cytosine pairs with guanine. Therefore, the correct answer is Option C. Options A, B, and D incorrectly use uracil, which is not present in DNA.

Correct answer: TACTGTTTAGC

5220. The role of a genetic counsellor is to inform parents about the:

Moderate
  • A. Risks of appearance of disorders in the baby
  • B. Gender of the baby using the ultrasound technique
  • C. Benefits of family planning for young parents
  • D. Nutritional requirements of a mother and her baby

Explanation: The correct answer is Option A. The role of a genetic counsellor is to assess and communicate the risks of genetic disorders in a baby, providing vital information to parents about potential genetic conditions. Option B is incorrect because determining the baby's gender is not typically within the scope of genetic counselling; it is done through ultrasound. Option C is incorrect as family planning advice is not the primary focus of genetic counsellors. Option D is incorrect because nutritional counselling is usually the responsibility of dietitians or healthcare providers, not genetic counsellors.

Correct answer: Risks of appearance of disorders in the baby