DrAyhee's Research Is Focused on Exploring How Environmental Effects,such as Stress

question 18

Multiple Choice

Dr.Ayhee's research is focused on exploring how environmental effects,such as stress and disease,can alter the functions of genes in the human body,even though the DNA itself remains unchanged.This field of study is known as ____.

• A) forensic psychology
• B) epigenetics
• C) inferential studies
• D) environmental psychology

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Definitions:

Left-Sided Heart Failure

Abnormal condition characterized by impaired functioning of the left ventricle caused by elevated pressures and pulmonary congestion.

Breathing

The physiological process of taking in oxygen from the air and expelling carbon dioxide, essential for life in many organisms.

Mitral Valve

A valve in the heart that lies between the left atrium and left ventricle, which ensures one-way flow of blood from the atrium to the ventricle.

Valves

Mechanical or biological devices designed to regulate the flow of fluids by opening, closing, or partially obstructing passageways.