In what types of organisms are carboxysomes found and what advantage do they provide for a cell?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Many prokaryotic autotrophs create inclusions within their cells that harbor large quantities of RubisCO. They are especially advantageous for cells to ensure carboxylation of ribulose-1,5 bisphosphate via RubisCO occurs (for carbon assimilation) rather than oxygenation, which requires additional energy input.
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a. hormones released by the terminal bud. b. sugars produced in the leaves. c. water transported from the roots. d. hormones released by the lateral buds. e. sugars produced in the lateral buds.
Which of the following develops into a seed?
a. megaspore b. ovary c. egg d. ovule e. anther
The cerebral hemispheres communicate with each
other by means of the a. cerebral cortex. b. corpora cardiaca. c. corporothalamus. d. corpus callosum. e. centrosome.
Which of the following is dependent on the ability of water molecules to form hydrogen bonds with other molecules besides water?
A) the evaporative cooling of skin surfaces B) the milder temperatures of coastal regions compared to inland areas C) the ability of certain insects to walk on the surface of water D) the universality of water as a solvent