What Is a Physical Map of a Chromosome

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is a physical map of a chromosome?

• A)identification of the length of the chromosome by comparing it to known chromosomes
• B)description of the base pair difference between two loci
• C)determination of the p and q arm length
• D)determination of where the centromere lies
• E)determination of how far apart genes are my recombination mapping

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Definitions:

Sciatic Nerve

The largest nerve in the human body, running from the lower back down through each leg, responsible for movement and sensation.

Radial Nerve

A nerve in the arm that supplies movement and sensation to the arm, forearm, and hand.

Coracobrachial

A muscle in the shoulder that assists in flexing and adducting the arm at the shoulder joint.

Biceps Brachii

A major muscle of the upper arm, responsible for flexion of the elbow and rotation of the forearm.