Mice Lacking the Ability to Make Caspase- 9 Die as the Result

question 14

Multiple Choice

Mice lacking the ability to make caspase- 9 die as the result of numerous defects. During the necropsy (animal autopsy) of the animal you note that the brains of these mice are dramatically enlarged. This is most likely a result of

• A)overstimulation of G- protein mediated transduction.
• B)overproduction of the Etr1 receptor protein.
• C)lack of apoptosis of some cells.
• D)unregulated growth of the nerve cells.
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Microphylls

Simple, small leaves with a single vein, found on some plant species including lycophytes.

Stem Branches

Extensions or subdivisions arising from the main body of a plant's stem, which support leaves, flowers, and fruits.

Hepaticophyta

A division of non-vascular plants commonly known as liverworts, named for their liver-shaped gametophytes.

Bryophyta

A division of non-vascular land plants known as bryophytes, including mosses, liverworts, and hornworts, characterized by a dominant gametophyte stage.