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IB Biology SL A3.1.11 Whole-genome sequencing Question Bank

Practise IB Biology SL A3.1.11 by using bioinformatics to identify genes and discussing how whole-genome sequencing supports medicine, conservation and evolutionary research.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Biology SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Describe how sequence databases and open-reading-frame searches identify genes in genomic DNA.
  • Discuss how whole-genome sequencing supports conservation, disease prevention or personalised medicine.

A3.1.11—Whole genome sequencing question 1

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A section of mRNA contains the start codon for translation of a polypeptide by the ribosomes.

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Describe how bioinformatics can help identify genes within the DNA of an organism.

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