Which Statement About the Human Genome Is True

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the human genome is true?

• A) In any given specialized cell type,most of the genome is being transcribed.
• B) Most transcripts are cell-type specific.
• C) Most transposons are active most of the time.
• D) Noncoding RNAs seldom,if ever,perform regulatory roles.
• E) Both a and b

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Definitions:

Freshwater Environment

A habitat characterized by water with low salt content, such as rivers, lakes, and streams.

Osmosis

The process by which molecules of a solvent pass through a semipermeable membrane from a less concentrated solution to a more concentrated one, equalizing the concentrations on each side of the membrane.

Salt Uptake

The process by which plants, animals, and other organisms absorb salt (sodium chloride) and other ions from their environment.

Adventitia

The outermost layer of the wall of a blood vessel or other tubular structure, consisting of connective tissue.