Which of the Following Regions of the Genome Is the LEAST

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following regions of the genome is the LEAST likely to be conserved over evolutionary time?

• A)the upstream regulatory region of a gene that encodes the region conferring tissue specificity
• B)the upstream regulatory region of a gene that binds to RNA polymerase
• C)the portion of the genome that codes for proteins
• D)the portion of the genome that codes for RNAs that are not translated into protein

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Definitions:

Muscles

Soft tissues found in most animals that produce force and motion through contraction and are essential for bodily movement, posture, and balance.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays a significant role in motor control, and is also involved in cognitive functions such as attention and language.

Reflex

An automatic and involuntary response to a stimulus, bypassing conscious thought.

Automatic Response

A reaction that occurs without conscious thought, typically as a result of learned behaviors or instincts.