Expression of Genetic Factors

question 23

Multiple Choice

Expression of genetic factors

• A) determines an individual's body weight.
• B) influences an individual's chance of becoming overweight.
• C) cannot be overcome by diet and exercise habits.
• D) is solely responsible for similarities in body weight within families.

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Definitions:

Metabolism

The biochemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life, including the conversion of food to energy, the construction of proteins and nucleic acids, and the elimination of waste products.

Organization

In a biological context, it refers to the structured and regulated arrangement of living organisms, from cellular components to complex body systems.

Maturation

The process of becoming mature, involving growth and development that occurs in an organism over time.

Development

The process of growth and change that organisms undergo from their inception to their mature form, including physical, cognitive, and social changes.