A Robust Finding in a Variety of Studies Is That

question 35

Multiple Choice

A robust finding in a variety of studies is that gay men tend to have __________ than nongay men.

• A) a larger number of older brothers.
• B) a larger number of older sisters
• C) a smaller number of siblings.
• D) a higher frequency of siblings who are mentally ill

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Definitions:

G Protein-linked Receptors

Proteins that transmit signals from outside the cell to the inside by binding with G proteins, initiating various cellular processes.

Second Messenger

Intracellular signaling molecules released by the cell in response to exposure to extracellular signaling molecules.

Ion Channel-linked Receptor

A type of cell surface receptor that opens or closes a channel across the cell membrane in response to the binding of a signaling molecule, allowing specific ions to pass through.

G Protein-linked Receptor

A type of cell surface receptor that activates G proteins in response to the binding of a signaling molecule, playing a pivotal role in various signal transduction pathways.