Bardet‐Biedl Syndrome (BBS)is Caused by Mutations in Any One of a Number

question 45

Multiple Choice

Bardet‐Biedl syndrome (BBS) is caused by mutations in any one of a number of genes that affect protein trafficking into cilia. Persons afflicted with BBS exhibit a remarkable range of abnormalities, like polydactyly, obesity, kidney disease, etc. These disparatesymptoms are thought to reflect the function of cilia ________________.

• A)as sensors for a magnetic field
• B)aslocomotory organelles
• C)as sources of flagella
• D)as binding sites for actin
• E)as antennas to receive signals that regulate development and physiology

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Definitions:

Superordinate Goals

Attractive outcomes that can be achieved only by collaboration.

Collaboration

The act of working together with one or more people in order to achieve a common goal or project.

Assertive

Being confident and bold in stating one’s demands or opinions without being aggressive.

Superordinate Goal

An objective that can only be achieved by the cooperation and collaboration of two or more groups, which often leads to reduced conflict and increased unity.