Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 1 - Biology and the Tree of Life - Review - Case Study - Page 15: 11

Answer

The flow of information begins with the DNA of the organism, which is transcribed into RNA before being translated into proteins. The proteins produced determine the physical appearance of the plant, such as the size and shape of the leaves.

Work Step by Step

The genetic material of the cell is stored as DNA. RNA polyamerase transcribes the DNA into RNA. The RNA codes for and is translated into a specific sequence of proteins. These proteins determine the physical attributes of the plant, like the size and shape of the leaves
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