The "Quality" of Human Eggs and Sperm Declines as People

question 27

Multiple Choice

The "quality" of human eggs and sperm declines as people age. One possible reason for this is

• A)accelerated apoptosis of sperm and egg precursor cells.
• B)acquired harmful mutations in egg and sperm precursor cells.
• C)declining levels of morphogens.
• D)lower levels of oxytocin and prostaglandins.

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Definitions:

Parenting Style

The emotional climate, practices, and behaviors that a parent uses in their child-rearing.

Demands

Requirements or needs that are placed upon an individual by themselves, others, or the environment, which can range from simple tasks to complex responsibilities.

Permissive

A style or approach characterized by a high degree of freedom and leniency, often used to describe parenting or leadership styles.

Parenting

The act of rearing children which includes providing care, education, moral guidance, and emotional support.