Question
What is the basic unit of inheritance?
Solution
Sol. Genes are the basic unit of inheritance. Located on chromosomes, they are segments of DNA that transfer hereditary traits from parents to offspring. They play a key role in protein synthesis and determining physical characteristics. Information Booster:
- Genes are functional segments of DNA.
- They store genetic information.
- The study of genes is part of genetics.
- Humans have approximately 20,000-25,000 genes.
- Mutations in genes can lead to genetic diseases.
- Cell: The structural and functional unit of life.
- Blood: Transports oxygen and nutrients in the body.
- Mitochondria: Known as the powerhouse of the cell.
What will come in place of (?) question mark in the given number series.
52, 61, 79, 106, 142, ?Â
15.975 ×27.825 + (76.01)² + 12.98×18.426 = ?+ (79.09)²
What will come in the place of questions (?) mark in the following questions.
1279, 1265, ? , 1225, 1193, 1149
97, 75, 108, 64, ?, 53
59, 70, ?, 81, 37, 92
135, 148, ?, 184, 207, 236
12, 16, ?, 48, 76, 112
32, 52, 82, 124, 180, ?
124, 128, ?, 135, 110, 146
What value should come in the place of (?) in the following number series?
15, 21, ?, 41.16, 57.624
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