Tilly,age 70,is Asked for Several Life-Defining Memories

question 35

Multiple Choice

Tilly,age 70,is asked for several life-defining memories.Considering her age,she is likely to mention

• A) fewer events than a younger adult.
• B) events related to her physical health.
• C) more events that occurred in childhood or adolescence.
• D) events with a consistent theme.

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Definitions:

Nervous System Function

The collective tasks performed by the nervous system, including controlling and coordinating all body functions, sensing and responding to stimuli, and transmitting signals between different parts of the body.

Epigenetic Mechanisms

Biological processes that alter gene expression without changing the DNA sequence, influencing organism development and behavior.

Gene Expression

Gene expression is the process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize a functional gene product, often a protein, which can affect the characteristics of a cell or an organism.

Histone Modification

Chemical modifications to the histone proteins around which DNA is wrapped, influencing gene expression without altering the DNA sequence itself.