When an arborist prunes a limb off a valuable tree, he or she may paint the cut surface. The primary purpose of the paint is to _____

A) minimize water loss by evaporation from the cut surface
B) improve the appearance of the cut surface
C) stimulate growth of the cork cambium to "heal" the wound
D) block entry of pathogens through the wound


D

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What was the major stumbling block for the acceptance of natural selection as a mechanism for

evolution when proposed by Darwin?

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Aerobic exercises do not increase skeletal muscle size, but they do cause various changes in the body. Explain what changes aerobic exercises initiate

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is the binding site for RNA polymerase on the DNA molecule?

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