Which Condition or Statement Exemplifies the Concept of Genomics Rather

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which condition or statement exemplifies the concept of genomics rather than genetics?

• A)The gene for insulin is located on chromosome 11 in all people.
• B)Expression of any single gene is dependent on inheriting two alleles.
• C)Sex-linked recessive disorders affect males more often than females.
• D)One allele for each gene is inherited from the mother, and one is inherited from the father.

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Definitions:

Psychological Problems

Mental health conditions that affect a person's thinking, feeling, behavior, and ability to relate to others.

Urge to Be Thin

A strong desire or compulsion toward achieving a lower body weight or slim physique, often found in eating disorders.

Anorexics

Individuals suffering from anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by an obsessive fear of gaining weight and severely restricting food intake.

Severe Obesity

A condition characterized by an excessively high body mass index (BMI), often exceeding 40, which poses significant health risks.