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Example Question #3 : Genetics
Which of the following are made up of genes?
Centromeres
Chromatin
Genome
Chromosomes
DNA
Chromosomes
DNA creates a code or blueprint for genes. Genes group together and condense in order to create chromosomes. Genome would be an incorrect answer because it refers to an organism’s entire DNA sequence. Centromeres would also be incorrect as an answer because it is a part of the chromosome. This is the point on a chromosome that will attach to spindle fibers during mitosis and meiosis.
Example Question #4 : Genetics
Which of the following describes the difference between fraternal and identical twins?
Fraternal twins are from two fertilized eggs and identical twins are from one fertilized egg
Fraternal twins are from one fertilized egg and identical twins are from two fertilized eggs
Fraternal twins have the same genome and identical twins have similar genomes.
Fraternal twins have the same genes and identical twins have similar genes
None of these
Fraternal twins are from two fertilized eggs and identical twins are from one fertilized egg
Identical twins come from a monozygotic egg—one egg that's been fertilized and then splits into two. They come from the same egg and sperm; therefore, they will be genetically identical. Fraternal twins come from dizygotic fertilized eggs - two separate eggs, each fertilized by its own sperm. This renders two children that will not be genetically identical (i.e. normal siblings with the same parents).
Example Question #1061 : Individual Psychology And Behavior
Findings from twin studies indicate that genes influence a trait when __________ show more trait similarities than __________.
dizygotic twins. . . monozygotic twins
siblings. . . parents
identical twins. . . fraternal twins
fraternal twins. . . identical twins
identical twins. . . fraternal twins
Identical twins share 100% (or nearly 100%) of their genetic makeup, and fraternal twins only share about 50%. Because of this, twin studies can help clarify what traits have a genetic component rather than those associated with the environment. If a trait has a genetic component, then it will be clear because the identical twins will be more likely to share that trait than fraternal twins.
Identical twins are also called monozygotic (one fertilized egg that split) and fraternal twins are called dizygotic (two separate eggs that were fertilized). Siblings and parents are not the correct answers because the question asks about twin studies, not family studies.
Example Question #1071 : Individual Psychology And Behavior
In an adoption study, it is found that adopted children score more similarly to their adopted parents than their biological parents on a specific trait. Given this information a professional would most likely agree with which of the following conclusions?
The trait is not heritable
Genetics have a greater effect on trait X than environmental influences
Genetic and environmental influences on the trait are about the same
The environment has a greater effect on trait X than genetic influences
The environment has a greater effect on trait X than genetic influences
Adoption studies are a great way to study heritability because it separates genetic influences (e.g. biological parents) from environmental influences (e.g. adoptive parents). By examining traits in adoptees, one can reasonably conclude the specific influences of biological heredity. In this case, children scored more similarly to their adoptive parents, so it's likely that the environment had more to do with the expression of the specific trait than their genetic makeup did.
Example Question #1072 : Individual Psychology And Behavior
In order for a person to have blond hair, he or she must have two of the same genes; therefore, blond hair is considered to be which of the following kinds of genes?
Abnormal
Dominant
Recessive
Sex-linked
Phenotype
Recessive
Recessive genes require that two genes be present in order for the person to display the phenotype or trait. This is true for blond and red hair. Dominant genes only require one gene to be present, which is true for brown hair. The definition of a phenotype is a person's observable characteristics. Sex-linked genes are located on sex chromosomes. Last, color blindness is sex-linked.
Example Question #1073 : Individual Psychology And Behavior
A recessive gene is a gene that is inherited but not usually expressed in a person's phenotype. True or false?
True
False, because the genotype is unrelated to observable traits.
False, phenotypes are not related to genes.
False, because the phenotype is a collection of non-observable traits
False, because the phenotype is a collection of observable traits
True
Recessive genes are usually not expressed in a person's phenotype, that is, the set of observable traits a person possesses. Environmental factors can "bring them to light" in a manner of speaking but they are usually not expressed. Dominant genes, such as the gene for dark-colored eyes, are always expressed in the phenotype.
Example Question #1 : Evolutionary Principles
What are the four lobes of the cerebrum?
Frontal, Temporal, Parietal, Occipital
Medial, Lateral, Anterior, Posterior
Occipital, Ventral, Frontal, Temporal
Topical, Anterograde, Retrograde, Dorsal
Frontal, Dorsal, Ventral, Parietal
Frontal, Temporal, Parietal, Occipital
The brain's four lobes are the frontal lobe, temporal lobe, parietal lobe, and occipital lobe. Each lobe exists in a distinct part of the cerebral cortex and serves a different primary function. The frontal lobe is located toward the front of the brain, directlly behind the forehead, and is used to process higher level thinking such as conscious thought. The temporal lobe is located toward the outside of the head, behind the temple and ears, and is responsible for auditory processing. The parietal lobe is located superior to (above) the temporal lobe at the top of the head and is primarily responsible for processing motor and sensory functions. The occipital lobe is located at the back of the head and processes visual signals.
Example Question #2 : Evolutionary Principles
What structure connects the left and right hemispheres of the cerebral cortex?
The corpus callosum
The precentral gyrus
The central sulcus
The hypothalmic membrane
Grey matter
The corpus callosum
The corpus callosum is a thick band of nerve fibers that connects the left and right hemispheres of the cerebal cortex. Its main purpose is to facilitate communication between the two hemispheres.
The precentral gyrus and central sulcus are topical features of the brain (a ridge and a groove, respectively) that separate the frontal and parietal lobes.
Example Question #182 : Biology
Which part of the brain helps coordinate movement?
The amygdala
The frontal lobe
The cerebellum
The focal gyrus
The spinal cord
The cerebellum
The cerebellum, located in the rear of the brainstem, helps coordinate our voluntary movements and helps us maintain balance.
Example Question #3 : Evolutionary Principles
Which part of the brain controls our breathing?
The thalamus
The medulla oblongata
The occipital lobe
The reticular formation
The amygdala
The medulla oblongata
The medulla oblongata controls our breathing and heart rate. It is located at the base of the brainstem. Note that most structures in the brainstem are associated with essential, involuntary functions.
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