The Transposable Element Bandit, Which Was Discovered in the Dog

question 216

Short Answer

The transposable element bandit, which was discovered in the dog hookworm, appears able to move to the hookworm's mammalian hosts.Because it does not use an RNA intermediate, the bandit element has been classified as a(n) _______.

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Definitions:

Blood Clotting

The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot to prevent excessive bleeding.

Maternal Malnutrition

A condition where a mother undergoes nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy, affecting both her health and the health of the unborn child.

Nutrients

Substances needed by the body to maintain health and support growth, such as vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

Breastfeeding

The act of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breast, providing essential nutrients and antibodies.