Which of the Following Is a Risk Factor for Developing

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease?

• A) Being a woman
• B) Having a family history of Parkinson's disease
• C) Living in a non-Western developed nation
• D) Being highly educated

Distinguish between the leading and lagging strands during DNA replication.

Explain the role of various enzymes and factors involved in DNA replication including helicase, ligase, and primase.

Describe the significance of telomerase in chromosome integrity and cell aging.

Identify and explain different DNA repair mechanisms and their importance in maintaining genome stability.

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Definitions:

Stomach

A hollow organ in the gastrointestinal tract that digests food with acidic gastric juices before it moves into the intestines.

Liver

A large, vital organ in the body responsible for processes such as detoxification, metabolism, and the production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Thoracic Aorta

The section of the aorta that passes through the thoracic cavity, supplying oxygen-rich blood to the chest and upper abdominal area.

Thoracic Organs

Thoracic organs refer to those housed in the thoracic cavity, including the heart, lungs, esophagus, and major blood vessels.