Totipotent Nuclei Are Capable Of

question 71

Multiple Choice

Totipotent nuclei are capable of:

• A) controlling the expression of other genes in the nucleus
• B) directing normal development of an organism
• C) causing cells to lose the ability to differentiate
• D) undergoing unlimited nuclear divisions
• E) stopping the cell cycle at will

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Definitions:

Baltes' Developmental Ideas

A set of theories proposed by psychologist Paul Baltes that emphasize the lifelong development of individuals, focusing on the dynamic interaction between growth, maintenance, and regulation of loss.

Cultural Context

The environment of values, practices, beliefs, and traditions that shape the life and behaviors of individuals within a specific culture.

Plasticity

The capability of the brain to adapt and reorganize itself, both in development and in response to damage.

Critical Periods

Specific times during early development when the organism is particularly sensitive to environmental stimuli, leading to the formation of specific neural and psychological traits.