Although Whole-Genome Duplications That Result in Polyploidy Are Fairly Common

question 27

Multiple Choice

Although whole-genome duplications that result in polyploidy are fairly common in plant species, which of the following are common in other eukaryotes?

• A)duplication of whole chromosome arms
• B)segmental duplications of small gene regions
• C)deletion of an entire haploid set of chromosomes
• D)whole chromosome loss
• E)miscellaneous aneuploidies in living members of a species

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Definitions:

Macrosystem

A term used in Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory to describe the cultural or societal context that influences an individual's development, encompassing societal norms, laws, and culture.

Microsystem

The immediate environment in which an individual interacts, such as family, school, and workplace.

Exosystem

A concept from ecological systems theory that refers to the wider societal contexts that indirectly influence an individual, such as parents' workplaces or community-based services.

Mesosystem

A concept in ecological systems theory referring to the interconnections between different microsystems or immediate environments in an individual's life, such as the interactions between a child’s home and school.