Reefs that are separated by a lagoon from the land mass they surround are called:
a. atolls.
b. fringing reefs.
c. barrier reefs.
d. patch reefs.
e. table reefs.
C
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Which of the following represent limitations on a cheetah's ability to be an effective predator? (Select all correct choices.)
A. They must rest for long periods between sprints. B. They cannot run when the temperature reaches around 105oF. C. They cannot successfully prey on goats, which can release excess heat as they run. D. They have a top speed significantly lower than that of most of their desired prey.
What personal characteristics and events in Gregor Mendel's life significantly contributed to his ultimate contribution to the study of inheritance?
A. His training in physics and mathematics at the University of Vienna. B. He failed his physics exam. C. He failed his natural history exam. D. He got his teaching license at the age of 21. E. He got a job as a substitute teacher and enjoyed it.
In response to a significant drop in blood pressure, ____ is produced, which quickly raises blood pressure by
constricting many arterioles.
a. atrial natriuretic factor b. renin c. aldosterone d. antidiuretic hormone e. angiotensin
All of the following are functions of bone EXCEPT which one?
A) red blood cell formation B) serving as an endocrine organ, secreting several different hormones C) support and protection D) attachment of muscles, enabling movement E) mineral storage