An Individual's Phenotype __________

question 98

Multiple Choice

An individual's phenotype __________.

• A) is a direct expression of his or her genotype
• B) is different from, and independent of, his or her genotype
• C) depends on the interaction between an individual's genotype and his or her environment
• D) cannot be changed

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Definitions:

Multifidus

A deep muscle of the back that stabilizes the spine during movement and helps maintain proper posture.

Psoas Minor

A small muscle located in the lower back, which may not be present in all individuals, involved in flexing the lumbar spine.

Flexor Pollicis Brevis

A muscle in the hand that flexes the thumb towards the palm.

Flexor Carpi Radialis

The flexor carpi radialis is a muscle in the forearm that acts to flex and abduct the hand at the wrist, playing a key role in grasping movements.