Genes that turn off or decrease the rate of cell division are known as ____________________ genes. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)


tumor-suppressor

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A. They lack an inhibitor of the enzyme to break down phenylalanine. B. They produce too much phenylalanine. C. They lack the enzyme to break down phenylalanine. D. They lack the enzyme to produce phenylalanine.

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The tetrahedron shape of a methane molecule is the result of orbital hybridization

__________________ Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Give three reasons for utilizing aquatic organisms for biotechnology

What will be an ideal response?

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The tubes that extend from the uterus and function to transport the immature egg from the ovary to the uterus are known as ________

A) vas deferens B) cervix C) oviducts D) seminiferous tubules

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