Question

Select the observations drawn from the human genome project which are correct.
(A) The human genome contains 3164.7 million bp.
(B) The average gene consists of 3000 bases.
(C) Total number of genes is estimated at 30,000.
(D) The functions are unknown for over 50% of discovered genes.
(E) Less than 2% of the genome codes for proteins.

• A. (A), (B), (C) and (D) only
• B. (A), (C), (D) and (E) only
• C. (A), (C) and (E) only
• D. (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The Human Genome Project revealed that the human genome contains approximately 3164.7 million base pairs, and less than 2% of the genome codes for proteins.