The Lyon Hypothesis Attempts to Explain the Molecular Mechanism of ________

question 11

Multiple Choice

The Lyon hypothesis attempts to explain the molecular mechanism of ________.

• A) X-inactivation
• B) genomic imprinting
• C) maternal inheritance
• D) extranuclear inheritance

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Definitions:

Hypotheses

Proposals or predictions that are tested through scientific research, forming the basis for experimentation.

Heuristics

Cognitive shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making, often at the cost of accuracy or completeness.

Mental Representations

Internal depictions in the mind of information or experiences, such as visuals, words, or concepts.

Mechanical

Pertaining to machines or the principles of mechanics; often describes processes or systems that operate in a machine-like, automatic manner.