Match the Following Equivalents and Prefixes with Their Correct Meaning

question 4

Multiple Choice

Match the following equivalents and prefixes with their correct meaning.
-micro

• A)1000 milliliters
• B)1000
• C)1 cubic centimeter
• D)one tenth
• E)2.54 centimeters
• F)5 cubic centimeters
• G)one millionth
• H)1 kilogram

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Definitions:

Telomeres

The protective caps at the end of chromosomes, involved in cellular aging and cancer.

Menopause

The time in a woman's life, typically between the ages of 45 and 55, when menstrual periods cease, marking the end of reproductive capability.

Programmed Theories

theories suggesting aging is genetically programmed within the body, implying that aging follows a biological timetable.

Cross-Linking

A process where molecules join together by forming covalent bonds between different chains, often causing the materials to strengthen or harden, used in various fields including chemistry and biology.