A Group of Genes That Are Regulated Together and Transcribed

question 26

Multiple Choice

A group of genes that are regulated together and transcribed into a single mRNA is

• A) an inducer.
• B) an intron.
• C) an activator.
• D) a repressor.
• E) an operon.

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Definitions:

Paraphilic Disorder

Disorder characterized by atypical sexual activity that involves one of the following: (1) nonhuman objects, (2) nonconsenting adults, (3) the suffering or humiliation of oneself or one’s partner, or (4) children.

Hypersexual Disorder

A proposed disorder characterized by excessive preoccupation with sexual fantasies, urges, or behaviors that is not currently recognized in the main diagnostic manuals.

Diagnosis

The process of identifying and naming a disease or condition based on its symptoms and test results.

Frotteurism

A paraphilic interest focusing on touching or rubbing against a non-consenting person, typically in crowded places.