An Important Conclusion Made Possible from the Human Genome Project

question 7

Multiple Choice

An important conclusion made possible from the Human Genome Project is:

• A)genes code for particular,identifiable traits.
• B)transcription of one gene may result in several different proteins.
• C)a blueprint of what it means to be "human" has been established.
• D)all the information necessary to code for a human has been catalogued.

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Definitions:

Heart Rate Variability

The physiological phenomenon of variation in the time interval between heartbeats, considered an indicator of the body's stress level and autonomic nervous system function.

Exercise

Physical activities that are performed for the purpose of improving health and fitness.

Type A Behavior Pattern

Personality pattern characterized by time urgency, hostility, and competitiveness.

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

A condition characterized by the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, usually caused by atherosclerosis, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle and potentially causing a heart attack.