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Molecular Biology: A Challenge for the Biology Enthusiast
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What is the basic unit of heredity?
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Gene
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A gene is a region of DNA that codes for a specific protein. Proteins are the building blocks of cells and are responsible for a wide range of functions, including metabolism, growth, and reproduction.