The enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of RNA from a DNA template is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of RNA from a DNA template is:
A. DNA polymerase
B. Ligase
C. Helicase
D. RNA polymerase
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
RNA polymerase binds to the promoter region of DNA and synthesizes a complementary RNA strand during transcription. DNA polymerase synthesizes DNA, ligase joins DNA fragments, helicase unwinds DNA.

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Question #1
Consider statements about human immunity: 1. Innate immunity is present from birth. 2. Acquired immunity develops after exposure. 3. Vaccines provide natural immunity. Which are correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 2 and 3 only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Innate (natural) immunity is the non-specific defense mechanism present from birth, including physical barriers like skin and chemical barriers like stomach acid. Acquired (adaptive) immunity is highly specific and develops after the body is exposed to a specific pathogen or antigen, involving the production of antibodies and memory cells. Vaccines provide artificial immunity (specifically, artificial active immunity), not natural immunity, which is acquired through actual infection or from mother to child. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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Question #2
Which of the following is an example of a monounsaturated fatty acid?
A. Linoleic acid
B. Stearic acid
C. Linolenic acid
D. Oleic acid

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid (one double bond), found in olive oil. Stearic acid is saturated, linoleic acid is polyunsaturated (two double bonds), linolenic acid is polyunsaturated (three double bonds). Unsaturated fats are generally liquid at room temperature and healthier for the heart. Oleic acid is an omega-9 fatty acid.

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Question #3
The transfer of pollen grains from the anther of one plant to the stigma of a genetically different plant is known as:
A. Autogamy
B. Geitonogamy
C. Xenogamy
D. Cleistogamy

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Xenogamy is the type of cross-pollination where pollen grains are transferred from the anther of one plant to the stigma of a genetically different plant. This promotes genetic diversity. Autogamy is self-pollination within the same flower. Geitonogamy is the transfer of pollen between different flowers on the same plant (functionally cross-pollination but genetically self-pollination). Cleistogamy is closed, self-pollinating flowers.

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