A gene is a _____.
A)protein-coding sequence of DNA
B)sequence of DNA capable of directing the synthesis of a polypeptide
C)sequence of DNA capable of directing the synthesis of one or more related polypeptides or RNAs
D)sequence of DNA capable of directing the synthesis of one or more related biological molecules of any type

Question

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While genes can include protein-coding sequences of DNA (A and B), they can also direct the synthesis of non-protein coding RNAs. Thus, option C is the most inclusive definition. Option D is too broad, as it suggests genes could direct the synthesis of any biological molecule, whereas genes typically play a more specific role in directing cellular processes.

A Gene Is a _____