All Endophenotypes Are ____

question 29

Multiple Choice

All endophenotypes are ____.

• A) environmentally-caused
• B) heritable
• C) abnormal
• D) caused by mutations

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Definitions:

Sucking Reflex

A newborn’s built-in reaction of automatically sucking an object placed in its mouth. The sucking reflex enables the infant to get nourishment before it has associated a nipple with food.

Tonic Neck

A reflex in infants where turning the head to one side results in the arm on that side stretching out and the opposite arm bending at the elbow.

Rooting Reflex

An automatic response seen in newborns, where they turn their head toward anything that strokes their cheek or mouth.

Moro Reflex

An involuntary reflex found in newborns, characterized by the baby spreading its arms, then unspreading them and crying, usually triggered by a loud sound or sudden movement.