A Mammalian Fetus Possesses a Mutation That Causes It to Synthesize

question 8

Multiple Choice

A mammalian fetus possesses a mutation that causes it to synthesize only adult hemoglobin. How will this mutation affect the fetus?

• A)The fetus will derive more oxygen from its mother's bloodstream.
• B)The fetus will derive less oxygen from its mother's bloodstream.
• C)The fetus will derive the same amount of oxygen from its mother's bloodstream as if it produced fetal hemoglobin.
• D)The fetus will not derive oxygen from its mother's bloodstream, as oxygen is provided by the amniotic fluid.
• E)The fetus will not derive oxygen from its mother's bloodstream, as the blood of the fetus does not come into contact with maternal blood.

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Definitions:

Extensor Digiti Minimi

A muscle in the forearm that extends the little finger and, by its action, contributes to the extension and abduction of the hand at the wrist joint.

Median And Radial

Pertains to the median and radial nerves in the forearm that are involved in the movement and sensation of the hands and fingers.

Innervated

Supplied or stimulated by nerves, referring to organs or tissues that receive nerve fibers allowing them to function.

Musculocutaneous

Refers to something related to both muscle and skin.