With the Sequence of the Gene-Coding Regions of the Human

question 22

Multiple Choice

With the sequence of the gene-coding regions of the human genome in hand and the development of newer sequencing methods,scientists ____.

• A) now know that the types of mutations present in all cancers are very similar
• B) can now sequence and analyze the protein-coding genes in cancer cells
• C) are still unable to systematically identify all the mutations present in a cancer cell
• D) found that the number of mutational events that occur during the transition from normal to malignant cells is much smaller than previously thought
• E) found that most tumors had at least 100 mutations in common with any other tumor, emphasizing the common origin of cancer

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Definitions:

Consciousness

The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, feelings, and sensations.

Spinal Reflexes

Spinal reflexes are automatic responses to stimuli that involve the spinal cord and occur without the direct involvement of the brain, such as the knee-jerk reaction.

Automatic

Processes or responses that occur without conscious thought, often as a result of learning or habituation.

Conscious Effort

Deliberate and intentional attempt to think about or do something.