The _______________ Is a Structure in the Brain Stem Responsible

question 81

Multiple Choice

The _______________ is a structure in the brain stem responsible for life-sustaining functions,such as breathing and heart rate.

• A)reticular formation
• B)pons
• C)medulla
• D)cingulate gyrus

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Definitions:

Messenger RNA

A type of RNA that carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where it directs protein synthesis.

Amino Acids

Organic molecules that unite to create proteins, acting as the foundational elements of life.

Nucleotides

The basic building blocks of nucleic acids, like DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Codon

Sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA or DNA that codes for a specific amino acid in a protein.