During G₁ Stage of Interphase, a Diploid Organism Contains How

question 29

Multiple Choice

During G₁ stage of interphase, a diploid organism contains how many copies of each gene?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 4
• D) 8
• E) 16

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Definitions:

Prostaglandin

A group of physiologically active lipid compounds having diverse hormone-like effects in animals.

Peptide Hormones

Water-soluble hormones composed of proteins, such as oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

Steroid Hormones

Lipid-soluble molecules derived from cholesterol that act as chemical messengers in the body, influencing growth, metabolism, and other functions.

Autocrine Signaling

A form of cell signaling in which a cell produces and secretes a molecule that binds to receptors on the same cell, leading to a response.