Upon the Completion of the Human Genome Project Several Surprise

question 43

Multiple Choice

Upon the completion of the Human Genome Project several surprise findings were made, which include all of the following EXCEPT _____.

• A) humans have far fewer genes than had previously been thought
• B) humans are extremely genetically different from each other
• C) it is not always easy to figure out where one gene starts and another ends
• D) it is not always easy to predict exactly how genes from one parent will interact with the genes from the other

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A crucial part of the brain responsible for processing sensory information and relaying it to the appropriate parts of the cortex.

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in emotion regulation, and the processing of fear and pleasure responses.

Autonomic Arousal

This involves the automatic activation of physiological responses in the body, such as heart rate and sweating, typically in reaction to stress or perceived threats.

Physiological Arousal

The condition of having one's body in a heightened state of alertness and physical readiness, often as a response to stimuli.