Provide an Appropriate Response

question 176

Essay

Provide an appropriate response.
- $$\text { Does the graph of } f ( x ) = \left\{ \begin{array} { l l } 3 , & x < 0 \\0 , & x = 0 \\- 3 , & x > 0\end{array} \right. \text { have a vertical tangent at the origin? Give reasons for your answer. }$$

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Definitions:

Adipose

Fat.

Mitotic Activity

The process and rate of cell division in which a single cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells.

Stratum Basale

The deepest layer of the epidermis, responsible for generating new skin cells and containing melanocytes, which produce melanin that gives skin its color.

Albinism

A genetic disorder characterized by a lack of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes, resulting in a very pale appearance and sensitivity to sunlight.