When Two Alleles of the Same Gene Are Different, the Individual

question 25

Multiple Choice

When two alleles of the same gene are different, the individual carrying those alleles is said to be ____.​

• A) ​recessive
• B) ​heterozygous
• C) ​phenotypic
• D) ​somatic
• E) ​homozygous

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Definitions:

Automated External Defibrillator

A portable electronic device that diagnoses and treats cardiac arrhythmias through defibrillation, allowing the heart to reestablish an effective rhythm.

Cable

A thick, strong rope made of wires or fibers twisted together, used for various mechanical, electrical, or structural purposes.

Power

In a healthcare context, may refer to the ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way, often related to the mobilization of resources for health interventions.

Cardiac Compressions

A lifesaving technique that involves rhythmic pressing on the chest to manually simulate blood flow during cardiac arrest.