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Matching
The statements describe the main function of specific structures of the brain. Match the appropriate structure from the list to each function.
-bridges the cerebrum and the cerebellum and connects the spinal cord to the forebrain
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)cerebrum
D)pons
E)thalamus
Genetic Predisposition
The increased likelihood of developing a particular disease or condition based on a person's genetic makeup.
Mitochondrial DNA
The DNA located in the mitochondria, transmitted maternally, and used in genetic studies and evolutionary biology.
Lactase Retention
The continued production of the enzyme lactase into adulthood, allowing for the digestion of lactose found in milk; varies genetically among populations.
Herding
The practice of raising and managing groups of domesticated animals, often large herds of livestock, moved from place to place to graze on pasture.
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