It Has Been Thought That Many Diseases Now Associated with Aging

question 13

Multiple Choice

It has been thought that many diseases now associated with aging are related to malfunctioning mitochondria. Why are the mitochondria so important to all cells?

• A)They generate heat to keep the body warm.
• B)They produce energy in the form of ATP.
• C)They are extremely large.
• D)They are ancestral and were acquired by symbiosis.

Comprehend the principles and practices of randomization in research design.

Recognize the challenges and issues related to experimental control and researcher bias.

Understand the principles behind survey research, including question design and data collection methods.

Grasp the concepts of validity and reliability in sociological research.

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