Virus Vaccines Are Always Cultured in Embryonated Chicken Eggs

question 63

True/False

Virus vaccines are always cultured in embryonated chicken eggs.

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Definitions:

Meiosis

A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in the production of four genetically distinct gametes.

Genetic Variability

The variation in the DNA sequence in each of our genomes, which contributes to the uniqueness of each individual's physical and behavioral traits.

Heritability

The proportion of observed variation in a particular trait (among individuals in a population) that can be attributed to inherited genetic factors.

Surrogacy

An alternative form of reproduction in which a woman (the surrogate) is impregnated and carries a fetus to term and agrees to turn the baby over to a woman, man, or couple who will raise it.