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Genome Scavenger Hunt Assignments
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Chromosome 19
Starting Point:
• Go to chromosome number number 19, and examine the DNA sequence from base 47,055,000 to 47,068,000.Note: type into the Browser window: chr19:47,055,000-47,068,000
Scavenger Hunt Assignment:
• There is a single gene in this region. What is its symbol, and how long is it (in bases)? How many exons and introns are found in this gene?
• For what product does this gene code? Where in the cell does this protein product normally act?
• Record (or print out) the predicted primary structure (amino acid sequence) for the protein product of this gene.
• Are there any disorders or genetic diseases associated with alleles in this gene?