Botany-DNA Structure

NEET Botany DNA Structure MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12

What defines a structural gene in a eukaryotic transcription unit?

A

A segment of DNA coding for a polypeptide

B

A segment of RNA coding for a protein

C

A sequence of nucleotides that does not contain exons

D

A region of DNA that only contains introns

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In eukaryotes, a structural gene is defined as a segment of DNA coding for a polypeptide, which can be monocistronic and contains exons and introns, as stated in the provided context.

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