A Gene Can Best Be Defined As________

question 9

Multiple Choice

A gene can best be defined as________.

• A) noncoding segments of DNA up to 100,000 nucleotides long
• B) a three-base triplet that specifies a particular amino acid
• C) an RNA messenger that codes for a particular polypeptide
• D) a segment of DNA that carries the instructions for one polypeptide chain

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Definitions:

DSM-5

DSM-5, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is a handbook for diagnosing mental disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association.

Psychotherapist

A trained professional who employs psychological methods particularly in the treatment of mental illness, emotional challenges, and behavioral disturbances.

Psychological Disorders

Mental disorders characterized by patterns of behavior or thoughts that are significantly disruptive to one’s personal functioning.

Alcohol Misuse

The consumption of alcohol in a manner or quantity that is harmful to the individual's health or social functioning.