OGT Olympics Quiz
OGT Olympics Quiz
Test your knowledge about the genetic factors influencing Olympic athletes and their performance! This quiz explores interesting concepts related to genetics, somatotypes, and the biology of sports. Gain insights into how genetics can impact athleticism and which genes are associated with different types of athletes.
- Discover the role of genetic variations in sports success.
- Learn about genes tied to athletic performance.
- Explore the different somatotypes of athletes.
Can genetic variations contribute to the success of an Olympic athlete?
Yes
No
The ACE gene produces an enzyme that regulates blood pressure. Two different forms of the ACE gene have been identified; deletion (D) allele and insertion (I) allele. D allele is thought to be associated with higher ACE activity. Which of the below athletes would be more likely to posses the D allele?
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0
100 metre sprinter
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0
Marathon runner
Which of the following well-known genes influences blood oxygen levels, activity of which is increased in athletes who train at high altitudes?
EPO
ALK
CRLF2
Which of the three somatotypes below does the following description describe:
"A muscular body type and is more triangular than the others. They have a fast metabolism, but also have very responsive muscular cells that enable fast and well defined muscle growth."
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0
Endomorph
0%
0
Mesomorph
0%
0
Ectomorph
Which gene has been commonly referred to as "a gene for speed"?
EWSR1
ALK
ACTN3
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