Suppose a Biologist Can Separate One of a Dozen Pieces

question 50

Multiple Choice

Suppose a biologist can separate one of a dozen pieces of chromatin from a eukaryotic (animal) nucleus. It might consist of which of the following?

• A) one-twelfth of the genes of the organism
• B) two chromosomes, each with six chromatids
• C) a single circular piece of DNA
• D) two long strands of DNA plus proteins
• E) two chromatids attached together at a centromere

Identify the chromosomal composition of human cells and its relevance to human development.

Differentiate between monozygotic and dizygotic twins and their formation processes.

Recognize the impact of maternal behaviors and external factors on fetal development.

Identify critical periods in prenatal development and the concept of teratogens.

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