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Brain teaser 1:.

In what ways are cells and nebulas similar?

Think about this a bit and jot down a few ideas. Then check the hint link for a thought provoking quiz..

...If large image downloads are not a problem, go to hints here..

...For an easier multi-page download, go to hints here.

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Brain teaser 2:

If allelic exclusion did not occur, how many possible combinations of whole four-chain molecules of immunoglobulin are possible for a single B cell?

Assume each gene complex is rearranged independently, then transcribed and translated. Assume also there is no repression of expression by any regulatory factors. Assume also that the only isotype detected is IgG1. [Have your answer ready for class discussion this next week.]

...Think first before looking at the hint.

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