The genetic material in humans is organized as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The genetic material in humans is organized as:
A. RNA molecules
B. Only mitochondrial DNA
C. Multiple linear chromosomes in the nucleus
D. A single circular chromosome
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Human cells have 46 linear chromosomes in the nucleus (22 pairs of autosomes and one pair of sex chromosomes), made of DNA and histone proteins. Mitochondria also contain small circular DNA. Prokaryotes have a single circular chromosome. RNA is not the primary genetic material in humans.

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Consider statements about scientists: 1. Gregor Mendel is the father of genetics. 2. Edward Jenner developed the smallpox vaccine. 3. Charles Darwin proposed the cell theory. Which are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 and 3 only

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Gregor Mendel, through his pea plant experiments, established the fundamental laws of inheritance, earning him the title 'father of genetics'. Edward Jenner pioneered the concept of vaccination by developing the first successful smallpox vaccine using cowpox material. Charles Darwin proposed the theory of evolution by natural selection, not the cell theory (proposed by Schleiden and Schwann). Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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Question #2
Edward Jenner is associated with the discovery of the vaccine for:
A. Polio
B. Smallpox
C. Rabies
D. Tuberculosis

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Edward Jenner, in 1796, observed that milkmaids who had cowpox were immune to smallpox. He used material from cowpox lesions to inoculate a boy, who later proved immune to smallpox. This was the first successful vaccine. Rabies vaccine was developed by Louis Pasteur, polio vaccine by Jonas Salk, TB vaccine (BCG) by Calmette and Guérin. Smallpox has been eradicated globally.

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Question #3
The pigment that protects skin from UV radiation is:
A. Melanin
B. Keratin
C. Collagen
D. Elastin

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Melanin, produced by melanocytes, absorbs and dissipates UV radiation, protecting skin cells from DNA damage. Keratin is structural protein, collagen provides strength, elastin elasticity. Increased melanin production causes tanning.

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