A Pericentric Inversion Includes the Centromere

question 18

True/False

A pericentric inversion includes the centromere.

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Definitions:

Bowel Obstruction

A blockage in the intestines that prevents the normal passage of bowel contents, which can cause severe abdominal pain and vomiting.

Carbon Dioxide Retention

The inability to expel carbon dioxide effectively from the body, typically due to respiratory disorders.

Surfactant Production

The process of producing a substance in the lungs that reduces surface tension within the air sacs, aiding in proper lung function and gas exchange.