Distinguish between a circadian clock and circadian rhythm

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The circadian clock control circadian rhythms. For example, the circadian clock in the brain acts to
control sleep-wake cycles, which is the circadian rhythm. Strokes and heart attacks occur more
frequently according to a circadian rhythm. The circadian clock controls various circadian rhythms via
specific circadian clock genes.

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A. organs. B. organelles. C. tissues. D. systomis.

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Imprinting _____

a. is governed more by environment than genetics b. cannot be associated with learning c. can only occur during a short interval in the life of an animal d. must occurs over one’s entire lifetime e. is constantly being done and undone

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Compare the two major deadenylation-dependent mRNA decay pathways in eukaryotes

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What are the symptoms of myxedema?

A. an eye that protrudes from the eye socket B. lethargy, weight gain, puffiness C. difficulty with speech, blurred vision D. a mass in the throat E. tremors in the hands, shaking, balance difficulties

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