A Mutation That Disrupts the Ability of an Animal Cell

question 33

Multiple Choice

A mutation that disrupts the ability of an animal cell to add carbohydrate modifications to proteins would most likely cause defects in its

• A)nuclear lamina.
• B)nuclear lamina and extracellular matrix.
• C)microtubules and Golgi apparatus.
• D)Golgi apparatus and extracellular matrix.

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Definitions:

Biological Evolution

The process by which living organisms are thought to have developed and diversified from earlier forms during the history of the earth.

Chemical Evolution

Chemical evolution refers to the process by which simple chemical compounds present in the Earth's early environment underwent complex interactions leading to the formation of more complex molecules, including the precursors of life.

Metabolic Pathway

Series of linked reactions, beginning with a particular reactant and terminating with an end product.

Aerobic Respiration

A process of producing cellular energy involving oxygen; cells break down food into water and carbon dioxide, releasing energy.