When a Tetraploid Flower Pollinates a Diploid Flower of the Parental

question 34

Multiple Choice

When a tetraploid flower pollinates a diploid flower of the parental species,the resulting offspring will be

• A)triploid and sterile.
• B)triploid and fertile.
• C)pentaploid and sterile.
• D)diploid and fertile.

Comprehend the processes and stages of human conception, pregnancy, and birth.

Identify common genetic disorders and their implications.

Recognize the factors influencing infant mortality and how societal measures can ameliorate these impacts.

Appreciate the complex interplay between genetics, environment (nurture), and the development of personality and intelligence.

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Definitions:

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that increases blood glucose levels, acting as a counter-regulatory hormone to insulin.

Gonadotropin-releasing Hormone

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) is a hormone released from the hypothalamus that stimulates the pituitary gland to release gonadotropins and regulate reproductive functions.

Somatostatin

A hormone that inhibits the secretion of several other hormones, including growth hormone and insulin.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems.