Nondisjunction Occurs When

question 54

Multiple Choice

Nondisjunction occurs when

• A) a portion of a chromosome breaks off and is lost.
• B) two chromosomes fuse into one.
• C) members of a chromosome pair fail to separate.
• D) an entire pair of chromosomes is lost during meiosis I.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in emotion regulation, emotional memory, and responses to emotional stimuli, particularly fear.

Thalamus

A major part of the brain serving as a relay station for sensory information.

Appropriate Response

An action or behavior that is deemed suitable or fitting for a particular situation or context.

Amygdala

A part of the brain's limbic system involved in processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure.