Hox Genes Appear to Be Influential in Developing the

question 27

Multiple Choice

 Hox genes appear to be influential in developing the

• A) entire brain.
• B) spinal cord and hindbrain but not the midbrain or forebrain.
• C) hindbrain and midbrain but not the forebrain.
• D) spinal cord but not the brain.

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Definitions:

Adaptability

The capacity to adjust one's thoughts, behaviors, or actions in response to new, changing, or uncertain environments or situations.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for control of the bodily functions not consciously directed, like breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually measured in beats per minute (bpm).

Breathing

The process of inhaling and exhaling air in order to facilitate gas exchange with the internal environment, primarily by bringing in oxygen and flushing out carbon dioxide.