Why Do C-Oncs Have Introns Whereas V-Oncs Do Not; and How

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Essay

Why do c-oncs have introns whereas v-oncs do not; and how would this benefit a retrovirus?

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Definitions:

Reticular Formation

A complex network of nerve pathways within the brainstem involved in consciousness and the regulation of sleep-wake cycles.

Thalamus

A brain region that acts as a relay station, processing and transmitting information from the sensory organs to the appropriate areas of the brain.

Cerebellar Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebellum, involved in the coordination of voluntary movements and balance.

Arbor Vitae

The tree-like arrangement of white matter in the cerebellum that helps coordinate and regulate muscular activity.