The Shorter Segment of a Chromosome Is Called The

question 68

Multiple Choice

The shorter segment of a chromosome is called the:

• A) centromere.
• B) s-arm.
• C) p-arm.
• D) q-arm.

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Definitions:

Myelin

Myelin is a fatty substance that forms a sheath around the axons of many neurons, speeding up the transmission of electrical signals in the nervous system.

Insulates

To cover, line, or separate with a material that stops or slows down heat, electricity, or sound from passing through.

Neuron

A nerve cell that is the building block of the nervous system, responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information through electrical and chemical signals.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

A neurological disorder characterized by a pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.