Overexpression of ________, which bind to and silence mRNAs, may lead to the development of cancer

Fill in the blank with correct word.


Answer: micro-RNAs

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When food distends the stomach, the hormone __________ is produced, which stimulates the gastric

glands. a. secretin b. gastrin c. cholecystokinin d. gastric inhibitory peptide e. lipoprotein lipase

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What is a key trait of a multicellular organism?

a. The organism has many cells. b. All the organism's cells have the same function. c. A division of labour exists among the organism's cells. d. All the organism's cells are similar in shape.

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An explanation for a biological process that is substantiated by a large body of evidence is called a

A. reductionism. B. prediction. C. hypothesis. D. systems biology. E. theory.

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