In Humans,alleles Are Inherited From

question 87

Multiple Choice

In humans,alleles are inherited from:

• A)Females only (moms)
• B)Males only (dads)
• C)Males and females (one allele from each parent)
• D)Males and females (two alleles from each parent)
• E)None are correct

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Definitions:

Hemoglobin

An iron-containing protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen from the lungs to the tissues of the body.

Platelets

Small blood cells essential for blood clotting, helping to stop bleeding by clumping together and forming plugs in blood vessel injuries.

Phagocytize

The process by which cells, especially immune system cells like macrophages, ingest or engulf other cells, bacteria, or particles.

Monocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays a significant role in immunity, inflammation, and tissue repair by differentiating into macrophages and dendritic cells.