Which Event Is Thought to Be Apoptosis

question 158

Multiple Choice

Which event is thought to be apoptosis?

• A) splitting of the fertilized egg into two equal parts
• B) loss of cells in between the ridges on the hand plate
• C) movement of new cells into the outer layer of the brain
• D) specialization of eye cells

Describe the impact of diseases on cellular processes and structures.

Understand the concept of endosymbiosis and its evolutionary impact.

Identify and describe the main features of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Understand the functions of cell membranes and the importance of selective permeability.

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Definitions:

Social Desirability

The tendency of respondents to answer questions in a manner that will be viewed favorably by others, which can bias survey and research outcomes.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where there is a feeling of uncomfortable tension which comes from holding two conflicting thoughts in the mind at the same time.

Carryover Effect

A phenomenon where the effect of a previous condition persists and influences performance in subsequent conditions in a study.

Self-Serving Bias

A cognitive bias where individuals attribute their successes to internal factors and their failures to external factors.