Some People Can Roll Their Tongues into Tubes and Some

question 459

Multiple Choice

Some people can roll their tongues into tubes and some can't. Tongue-rolling ability and inability to tongue roll are two versions of the same gene. Each version is called

• A)a genotype.
• B)a phenotype.
• C)a reaction range.
• D)an allele.
• E)cytosines.

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Definitions:

Babbling

Referring to the developmental phase in infants, babbling is an essential precursor to language development, where infants experiment with making sounds, indicating early speech capability.

Schemes

Schemes are organized patterns of thought or behavior that individuals use to interpret and interact with the world around them, pivotal in the cognitive development theory of Jean Piaget.

Language Development

The process by which individuals acquire and refine the ability to understand and produce language.

Brain

The central organ of the human nervous system, located in the skull, responsible for processing sensory information, regulating bodily functions, and enabling cognition and emotions.