Dmd

What is water that fills the cracks and spaces in underground soil and rock layers?

• collection

• evaporation

• ground water

• precipitation

• runoff

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water cycle

What is the full form of DMD in the context of genetic disorders?

• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

• Dystrophin Myopathy Disorder

• Dystrophic Muscle Degeneration

• Dystrophy Myopathy Disease

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

Which gene is primarily affected in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)?

• Dystrophin gene

• Myostatin gene

• Actin gene

• Myosin gene

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is inherited in which pattern?

• X-linked recessive

• Autosomal dominant

• Autosomal recessive

• Y-linked

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is the primary function of the dystrophin protein?

• Connects the cytoskeleton of a muscle fiber to the surrounding extracellular matrix

• Facilitates muscle contraction

• Regulates calcium ion concentration

• Synthesizes ATP in muscle cells

Which of the following is a common symptom of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

• Progressive muscle weakness

• Increased muscle mass

• Improved muscle coordination

• Enhanced muscle strength

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

At what age do symptoms of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy typically begin to appear?

• Between 2 and 5 years

• At birth

• During teenage years

• In late adulthood

Which diagnostic test is commonly used to confirm Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

• Genetic testing for mutations in the dystrophin gene

• Blood test for elevated glucose levels

• MRI scan of the brain

• X-ray of the chest

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is the role of corticosteroids in the treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

• To slow muscle degeneration

• To increase muscle mass

• To cure the disease

• To enhance muscle coordination

Which of the following is a potential complication of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

• Cardiomyopathy

• Liver failure

• Kidney stones

• Diabetes