The FOXP2 gene that has been associated with a language disorder codes for a

____________________, which is a protein that switches on genes. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


ANS: transcription factor

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The central nervous system (CNS) may become infected through the

A. bloodstream. B. nerves. C. extensions from bone. D. ventricles. E. bloodstream, nerves AND extensions from bone.

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Which suborder do Tarsiers belong?

a. Prosimii

b. Tarsiformes c. Ardipithecus d. Hominoidea e. Anthropoidea

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Albinism is an autosomal recessive trait in humans. Assume that there are 100 albinos (aa) in a population of 1 million. How many individuals would be expected to be homozygous normal (AA) under equilibrium conditions?

A) 100 B) 999,900 C) 980,100 D) 10,000 E) 19,800

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Which of the following organs also produce hormones as a secondary function of the organ?

A. adrenal cortex B. testes C. thyroid D. ovaries E. heart

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