Which of the Following Scientists Contributed Significantly to the Foundations

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scientists contributed significantly to the foundations of transmission genetics?

• A) James Watson
• B) Thomas Hunt Morgan
• C) John B. S. Haldane
• D) Charles Darwin
• E) Sewall Wright

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Definitions:

Glycosaminoglycans

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Collagen

A protein that provides structure and strength to various connective tissues in the body, including skin, ligaments, tendons, and bones.

Marfan Syndrome

Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder affecting the body's connective tissue, leading to abnormalities in the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, and eyes.

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