In Order to Understand the Chemical Basis of Inheritance, One

question 38

Multiple Choice

In order to understand the chemical basis of inheritance, one must understand the molecular structure of DNA. This is an example of the application of __________ to the study of biology.

• A)evolution
• B)emergent properties
• C)reductionism
• D)the cell theory
• E)feedback regulation

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Definitions:

Alarm Reaction

The initial phase of the stress response, where the body exhibits changes to prepare for fight or flight, as part of the General Adaptation Syndrome.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical model describing the body's response to stress in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Stressor

A chemical or biological agent, environmental condition, external stimulus, or an event that causes stress to an organism.

Resistance

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument, often seen in contexts of physical training or disease treatment.