Sickle-Cell Anemia Is Caused by a

question 92

Multiple Choice

Sickle-cell anemia is caused by a

• A) recessive autosomal gene.
• B) recessive sex-linked gene.
• C) dominant autosomal gene.
• D) combined interaction of several genes.
• E) simple dominant gene.

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Definitions:

Cannon-Bard Theory

The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion posits that emotional feelings and physiological responses to stimuli occur simultaneously and independently within the body.

James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion that suggests that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion, implying that emotions result from bodily reactions.

Autonomic Arousal

The activation of the autonomic nervous system, which can trigger physiological changes such as increased heart rate or sweating, often in response to stress or excitement.

Conscious Experience

The total sum of thoughts, feelings, and awareness an individual has at any given moment, accessible to introspection.