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What is the simplified version of Beadle and Tatum's hypothesis?

  • One gene makes one protein

  • All genes make proteins

  • One gene makes one cell

  • All cells have the same genes

Answer

One gene encodes a single polypeptide. This concept, often referred to as the "one gene-one protein" hypothesis, forms the cornerstone of molecular biology and provides a succinct explanation for the relationship between genes and the proteins they encode. It underscores the fundamental principle that each gene serves as the blueprint for a specific protein.
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