A Gene That Produces a Protein Important in More Than

question 29

Multiple Choice

A gene that produces a protein important in more than one biochemical pathway is

• A)dominant.
• B)recessive.
• C)pleiotropiC.
• D)codominant.
• E)incomplete dominant.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that functions as a crucial center for controlling hormones, body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Alarm Reaction

The initial stage of the stress response, in which the body recognizes a stressor and starts to respond.

Stress Reaction

A physiological and psychological response to a perceived threat or challenge, activating the body's stress-response system.

Myocardial Infarction

A medical condition also known as a heart attack, caused by the interruption of blood flow to part of the heart.