Which of the following is the most common outcome of infection with polio virus?

A. Paralysis involving the muscles that enable respiration
B. Mild infection with fever, headache, sore throat, or asymptomatic
C. Severe gastrointestinal disease with vomiting and diarrhea
D. Paralysis of the lower extremities


Answer: B

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To test for the presence of starch, iodine can be used. A positive reaction results in a black color. A dialysis bag filled with starch solution and secured on both ends is placed in iodine solution. After 30 minutes the dialysis bag appears black. Based on this information, what most accurately describes what happened?  

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Each of the following is a function of membranes except

A) defining cell and organelle boundaries. B) sites for specific biochemical functions. C) information storage. D) regulation of transport. E) cell–cell communication.

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Dehydration synthesis is a common feature of polymer production in cells.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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