Matter Composed of a Single Type of Atom Is Known

question 73

Multiple Choice

Matter composed of a single type of atom is known as a(n)

• A) element.
• B) compound.
• C) electron.
• D) molecule.
• E) mineral.

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Definitions:

IFG1

Insulin-like growth factor 1, a protein that plays a critical role in childhood growth and continues to have anabolic effects in adults.

Gall Size

The physical dimension of a gall, which is a growth or swelling on plants caused by parasitic insects or mites.

Gallfly Larvae

The juvenile stage of gallflies, which induce the formation of galls on plants where they then live and feed.

Gene Expression

The process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize functional gene products, such as proteins, influencing an organism's structure and functions.