Human and Chimpanzee Share Most of Their Nucleotide Sequence Yet

question 4

Multiple Choice

Human and chimpanzee share most of their nucleotide sequence yet exhibit significant phenotypic differences.What is likely to be the most important sequence differences between these two species?

• A)structural genes
• B)the number of repeated sequences
• C)regulatory sequences
• D)environmental factors
• E)introns

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Definitions:

Acculturative Stress

The psychological impact of adapting to a new culture, including anxiety, depression, and identity confusion.

Tend-And-Befriend Response

A behavioral reaction to stress involving nurturing activities and seeking social support as a coping strategy.

Type A Personality

A behavioral pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, and aggression, associated with a higher risk of heart disease.

Telomeres

The protective caps at the end of chromosomes that shorten with each cell division, linked to aging and cell longevity.