Which Syllable Is Emphasized When Pronouncing the Word Hypotonia

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which syllable is emphasized when pronouncing the word hypotonia?

• A) HAI-poh-toh-nee-yah (first syllable)
• B) hai-POH-toh-nee-yah (second syllable)
• C) hai-poh-TOH-nee-yah (third syllable)
• D) hai-poh-toh-NEE-yah (fourth syllable)
• E) hai-poh-toh-nee-YAH (fifth syllable)

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Definitions:

Nucleotides

The basic building blocks of DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate, and a nitrogenous base.

Phenotype

The set of observable characteristics or traits of an organism that result from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.

Morphological Structure

The form and structure of organisms or specific structures of an organism.

Polyphenism

A trait for which multiple, discrete phenotypes can arise from a single genotype, depending on environmental circumstances.