Where Does Abnormality Originate? Respond by Making Explicit Reference to the Six

question 33

Essay

Where does abnormality originate? Respond by making explicit reference to the six major perspectives on abnormality.

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Definitions:

Thymine Dimers

Molecular lesions formed by covalent bonding between two adjacent thymine bases in DNA, often as a result of ultraviolet radiation.

UV Light

Ultraviolet light, a type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays, harmful to living tissue.

Cytosine Dimers

Incorrect pairing of cytosine bases that can occur due to damage, often caused by ultraviolet radiation, leading to mutations.

Purine Base

A type of nitrogenous base found in DNA and RNA, including adenine and guanine, which are essential for genetic information.