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What does a microdeletion remove?
What does a microdeletion remove?
- Part of a neuron
- Part of a protein
- Part of a chromosome (correct)
- Part of a brain wave
How does an epigenetic change differ from a mutation?
How does an epigenetic change differ from a mutation?
- An epigenetic change is beneficial, whereas a mutation is harmful
- An epigenetic change alters gene activity without replacing any gene (correct)
- An epigenetic change alters more than one gene at a time
- An epigenetic change is a duplication or deletion of part of a gene
What is a sex-limited gene?
What is a sex-limited gene?
- A gene that influences sexual behaviour
- A gene that becomes activated during sexual behaviour
- A gene that has greater effects on one sex than the other (correct)
- A gene on either the X or Y chromosome
According to most research, what are the effects of computerised programs to practice memory skills?
According to most research, what are the effects of computerised programs to practice memory skills?
In early brain development, what is the relationship between the sensory systems and muscle movements? 
In early brain development, what is the relationship between the sensory systems and muscle movements? 
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Microdeletion
Microdeletion
Removes part of a chromosome.
Epigenetic Change
Epigenetic Change
Alters gene activity without changing the gene itself.
Sex-Limited Gene
Sex-Limited Gene
A gene with greater effects on one sex versus the other.
Memory Skill Programs: Effects
Memory Skill Programs: Effects
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Early Brain Development: Sensory vs. Motor
Early Brain Development: Sensory vs. Motor
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