Question

question 8 of 10
the male japanese beetle detects and destroys the female pheromone molecule. what tells the male protein to destroy the female pheromone molecule?
a. coded messages from the dna in the protein
b. electrical impulses from the beetles nervous system
c. messages from the immune system
d. digestive juices in the beetle intestine

Explanation:

DNA contains genetic - coded information that can direct protein - related functions, such as the destruction of a pheromone molecule. In this case, the coded messages in the DNA within the male beetle's protein would instruct the protein to act on the female pheromone.

Answer:

A. Coded messages from the DNA in the protein