Exam 2: Genetics and Prenatal Development

What theory argued that for conception to occur,both the man and the woman had to emit a "seed" and that the "seed" was only released through orgasm?

____ is the process in which sperm is injected directly into the uterus,and is the simplest and most effective reproductive treatment.

Sandra Scarr and Kathleen McCartney proposed the theory of genotype environment effects.Which subtype occurs when people seek out environments that correspond to their genotypic characteristics?

Which of the following are known risks associated with fertility drugs?

Which of the following are three main sources for male infertility?

Genetic counseling would be appropriate for which of the following couples?

Which the following statement best describes the nature-nurture debate?

Approximately how many neonates have a chromosomal disorder?

Recall the World Health Organization's guidelines for prenatal care.Name one nutrient that is of critical importance during pregnancy,where women would get it,and what the consequences would be of not having it.

K.L.'s baby was born blind,deaf,and with mental retardation.It is most likely that during her pregnancy she.

A person's characteristics are known as his or her ____.

What are two consequences of a folic acid deficiency?

From a global perspective,which of the following is the most common teratogen to affect pregnancies?

What are some of the reasons provided by individuals in this clip why boys are preferred over girls in the countries of Taiwan,India,and South Korea?

As a result of the process of crossing over

You have likely heard people say "the father is the one who determines the sex of the child." Explain whether or not this is true.

By the end of the third week the neural tube begins to form.This structure will eventually become ____.

Infants born with the effects of rubella (German measles)within the United States have greatly decreased since the 1960s because ____.

How much weight should a woman gain during pregnancy (provide an approximate range)? Provide one diet or exercise recommendation.

Iron-rich foods such as beef,duck,potatoes,spinach,and dried fruits are important in what way for the pregnant mother and fetus? These foods help to ____.