What is the substance that genes are composed of, that determines the nature of each cell in the body and how it will function?

A. chromosomes
B. gametes
C. zygotes
D. deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)


Answer: D

Psychology

You might also like to view...

Which Piagetian term refers to the period of cognitive development that occurs between ages 7 and 12, and is characterized by the active and appropriate use of logic?

A. concrete operational stage B. decentering stage C. abstract operational stage D. preoperational stage

Psychology

The disorder marked by binge eating, inappropriate methods to prevent weight gain, and self-evaluation greatly influenced by body shape and weight is

a. overeating disorder. b. obesity. c. bulimia nervosa. d. binge nervosa.

Psychology

The _____ memory store holds information for a maximum of 15 to 20 seconds in the absence of rehearsal.

A) iconic B) echoic C) short-term D) long-term

Psychology

In order to understand human beings, existentialists focus primarily on:

a. the values of individuals' parents b. the values of individuals' teachers c. people's immediate experiences d. people's love of their country

Psychology