Question

One way in which genetically modified mice are developed is by injecting the gene sequence for green fluorescent protein (GFP) into a mouse embryo at a very early stage of development. The injection typically contains genetic material and a biomolecule that catalyzes the reaction.

Which statement BEST classifies the biomolecules responsible for the development of these genetically modified mice?
A
Lipids are responsible for carrying the genetic material and carbohydrates are responsible for catalyzing the reaction.
B
Carbohydrates are responsible for carrying the genetic material and nucleic acids are responsible for catalyzing the reaction.
C
Proteins are responsible for carrying the genetic material and lipids are responsible for catalyzing the reaction.
D
Nucleic acids are responsible for carrying genetic material and proteins are responsible for catalyzing the reaction.

Answer 1

D

Nucleic acids (DNA/RNA) carry genetic information (the GFP gene), and proteins (enzymes) catalyze biochemical reactions such as inserting or processing that DNA.