Large Brains May Have Initially Evolved in Monkeys and Apes

question 40

Multiple Choice

Large brains may have initially evolved in monkeys and apes because they

• A) are more folivorous than their ancestors.
• B) have greater dexterity in their hands than their ancestors.
• C) are more likely to live in variable environments than their ancestors.
• D) have larger social groups than their ancestors.

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Definitions:

Reproductive Organ

An organ involved in the process of producing offspring, including structures like ovaries and testes in animals.

Transcription Rate

The transcription rate refers to the speed at which genetic information is copied from DNA to RNA, affecting gene expression levels.

Enhancer

A short region of DNA that can be bound with proteins (transcription factors) to increase the likelihood that transcription of a particular gene will occur.

Lac Operon

A gene system found in E. coli and other bacteria that regulates the metabolism of lactose, demonstrating gene regulation principles.