LOYOLA COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), CHENNAI– 600 034
M.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION – ZOOLOGY
SECOND SEMESTER – NOVEMBER 2003
ZO 2801/Z 823 GENETICS
28.10.2003 Max: 100 Marks
1.00 – 4.00
SECTION – A
Answer ALL the questions (10 ´ 2 = 20 Marks)
- Define positive Heterosis.
- What are Gynandromorphs?
- List out the types of RNA.
- What is DNA splicing?
- Define Nucleoid.
- What is a competent cell?
- Define gene pool.
- Explain Recombination.
- Give the names of enzymes involved in DNA replication.
- Comment on allele.
SECTION – B
Answer any four of the following (4 ´ 10 = 40 Marks)
- Give an account of DNA repair mechanism.
- Give an account of interferon.
- Explain the concept of Multiple and Polygenic inheritance.
- Give an account on chromosomal aberrations.
- Tabulate the genetic codes and mention the significance.
- Explain the role of carcinogens and teratogens with suitable examples.
Section – c
Answer any TWO of the following (2 ´ 20 = 40 Marks)
- Define transformation and explain the process of transformation and uptake of DNA.
- Give an account of prenatal diagnosis.
- Define Hardy-Weinberg law. Add notes on the equilibrium frequencies for a
single locus.
- Describe genetic and social implications of artificial insemination.
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