Mutations That Result in the Death of an Organism When

question 84

Multiple Choice

Mutations that result in the death of an organism when expressed are called __________ mutations.

• A)dominant
• B)recessive
• C)lethal
• D)conditional

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Definitions:

Gonadotropins

Gonadotropins are a group of hormones secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulate the activity of the ovaries and testes, including follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).

Osmoreceptors

Sensory receptors that detect changes in the osmotic pressure of bodily fluids, contributing to the regulation of body water balance.

Blood Osmolality

A measure of the solute concentration in the blood, reflecting the ability to regulate water and salt balance in the body.

Perspiration

The process of sweating, or secretion of fluids from the sweat glands of the skin.