In the Degradation of Heme, Which of the Following Substances

question 21

Multiple Choice

In the degradation of heme, which of the following substances is produced at the same time that carbon monoxide is produced?

• A) bilirubin
• B) biliverdin
• C) urobilin
• D) stercobilin

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Definitions:

Retroactive Interference

Retroactive interference occurs when new information interferes with the ability to recall previously learned information.

Dendrites

The branched projections of a neuron that act to conduct the electrochemical stimulation received from other neural cells to the cell body, or soma, of the neuron from which the dendrites project.

Repression

A defense mechanism where undesirable thoughts or memories are unconsciously excluded from conscious awareness.

Mnemonic Device

A technique used to aid in the retention and retrieval of information in the memory.