1.11 Segment of a chromosome that codes for a particular protein 1.12 Single stranded nucleic acid 1.13 Site of DNA replication \& transcription 1.14 Site of synthesis of proteins by the combination of amino acids 1.15 Strand of DNA used to form either another strand of DNA or m 1.16 Tangled network of chromosomes located within the nucleus 1.17 The base that pairs off with adenine in DNA 1.18 The base that pairs off with guanine

Did you know that the segments of a chromosome that code for a particular protein are known as genes? Each gene contains the specific instructions for building proteins, which are crucial for nearly every function in our bodies, from digestion to movement. It’s like each gene has its own unique recipe that helps to maintain the delicate balance of life! In the fascinating world of genetics, the single stranded nucleic acid you're referring to is RNA, which plays a vital role in converting genetic information from DNA into proteins. This process is often depicted as a bustling factory where RNA serves as a messenger that delivers the instructions to ribosomes—where protein synthesis happens—like an organized assembly line in action!