How Does Methyl Mercury Affect Living Things

question 16

Multiple Choice

How does methyl mercury affect living things?

• A)It interferes with translation of mRNA.
• B)It interferes with DNA replication.
• C)It inhibits transcription.
• D)It precipitates proteins.
• E)It inhibits the electron transport chain during cellular respiration.

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Definitions:

Dorsal

Pertaining to the back side of an organism or towards the spine, opposite of ventral.

Medial

Positioned in the middle or towards the central line of the body or an organ.

Meninges

Three layers of protective tissue—dura mater, arachnoid, and pia mater—that encase the brain and spinal cord.

Dura Mater

The thick, durable outer membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord, providing protection against injury.