Mumps Causes Permanent Sterility in Young Male Adults

question 103

True/False

Mumps causes permanent sterility in young male adults.

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Definitions:

Cryptochrome

A class of flavoproteins that are sensitive to blue light and found in plants and animals, playing a role in the regulation of circadian rhythms.

Blue Light

A portion of the visible light spectrum, ranging approximately from 380 to 500 nm in wavelength, known for its high energy and effects on plants and human health.

Long Day Plant

A type of plant that requires more than a specific length of daylight (usually more than 12 hours) to initiate flowering.

Short Nights

Refers to periods of the year or geographical locations characterized by a shorter duration of nighttime, affecting various biological processes.