Translocation Occurs When

question 4

Multiple Choice

Translocation occurs when:

• A) part of a chromosome breaks off and attaches to a nonhomologous chromosome
• B) part of a chromosome breaks off and attaches to a homologous chromosome
• C) crossing-over events occur
• D) genes move from one area on a chromosome to another area on the same chromosome
• E) a Y chromosome replaces an X chromosome in a female cell

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Definitions:

Pathway

A sequence of actions or processes that lead to a specific outcome or result, often used to describe biochemical reactions or signal transduction in biology.

Inhibitory Postsynaptic Potential

A type of synaptic potential that makes a postsynaptic neuron less likely to generate an action potential, effectively decreasing neuronal activity.

Temporal Summation

Summation of the local potential that results when two or more action potentials arrive at a single synapse in rapid succession.

Action Potentials

Electrical impulses that travel along the membrane of a neuron signaling the cell to perform its function.