If the Presence of a Gene Means You Have a 100

question 1

Multiple Choice

If the presence of a gene means you have a 100% chance of developing the disease, the gene is considered ________________.

• A) deterministic
• B) reductionistic
• C) susceptible
• D) absolutist

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Definitions:

Decades

Periods of ten years.

Natural Disturbance

Events occurring in nature, such as forest fires, floods, and hurricanes, that disrupt ecosystem structures and functions but can also lead to biodiversity and regeneration.

Status Quo

A term denoting the existing state or condition of affairs.

Nutrients

Essential chemicals needed by organisms to grow and function properly, often required in small amounts and obtained from the environment or diet.