Heritability Is Defined as A/an

question 55

Multiple Choice

Heritability is defined as a/an:

• A) interdisciplinary field of study concerned with the genetic bases of individual differences in behaviour and personality.
• B) process in which individuals with genetically influenced traits that are adaptive in a particular environment tend to survive and reproduce.
• C) statistical estimate of the proportion of the total variance in some trait that is attributable to genetic differences among individuals within a group.
• D) statistical estimate of the proportion of the total variance in some trait that is attributable to environment.

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Definitions:

Metabolic Alkalosis

A disturbance in the body's acid-base balance, leading to an increase in blood pH due to excessive alkali in the body.

Gastric Suction

A procedure to remove stomach contents using a tube inserted through the nose or mouth into the stomach.

Pitting Edema

A symptom where pressure applied to the skin leaves a lasting indentation, often indicating fluid accumulation.

Interstitial

Relating to the small spaces or gaps between tissues or parts of an organ in the body.