Artificial Selection:
Some consider domesticated animals to be the
ultimate products of artificial selection.
Thoroughbred racehorses are one example of
artificial selection of animals. The meats we eat are
the result of the careful selective breeding of cows,
pigs, sheep, and chickens.
Resistance Acquisition:
is said to occur when a particular microorganism
obtains the ability to resist the activity of a particular
antimicrobial agent to which it was previously
susceptible.
Genetic Modification:
also called genetic
modification or genetic manipulation, is the direct
manipulation of an organism's genes using
biotechnology. ... As well as inserting genes, the
process can be used to remove, or "knock
out", genes. The new DNA can be inserted randomly,
or targeted to a specific part of the genome.
Anthea Fombuena
Pituitary Gland:
The hormones of the pituitary gland help regulate the functions of other endocrineglands. The pituitary gland has two parts—
the anterior lobe and posterior lobe—that have two very separate functions. The hypothalamus sends signals to the pituitary
to release or inhibit pituitary hormone production.
Pineal Gland :
pea-shaped gland in the brain. Its function isn't fully understood. Researchers do know that it produces and regulates some
hormones, including melatonin. Melatonin is best known for the role it plays in regulating sleep patterns. Sleep patterns are
also called circadian rhythms.
Thyroid Gland:
The thyroid gland is a vital hormone gland: It plays a major role in the metabolism, growth and development of the
human body. It helps to regulate many body functions by constantly releasing a steady amount of thyroid hormones into the
bloodstream.
Parathyroid Glands:
located in the neck, that control the body's calcium levels. Each gland is about the size of a grain of rice (weighs
approximately 30 milligrams and is 3-4 millimeters in diameter). The parathyroids produce a hormone
called parathyroid hormone (PTH).
Diane Venancio