The Development and Spread of a New Gene for Antibiotic-Resistance

question 87

Multiple Choice

The development and spread of a new gene for antibiotic-resistance in a population of bacteria that are exposed to that antibiotic would mean that trait is a(n) _____.

• A) disruptive trait
• B) consistent phenotype
• C) swapped gene
• D) stabilizing trait
• E) adaptation

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Definitions:

Development

The process of growth or progression through a series of stages or phases, often referring to physical, cognitive, or emotional growth.

Sex And Childhood

Refers to the biological differences between males and females and how these differences can influence development and socialization in childhood.

Autonomy Versus Shame And Doubt

A stage in Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where toddlers strive for independence, faced with the challenge of overcoming doubts and feelings of shame.

Psychosocial Theory

A framework that explores how individual psychological development is influenced by social interactions and experiences across the lifespan.