Small segments of DNA that move from one part of the genome to another part are called
A. retroelements.
B. transposons.
C. transposase.
D. translation.
E. transpositions.
B. transposons.
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Which of the following are considered apes?
A) lorises B) New World monkeys C) Old World monkeys D) orangutans E) tarsiers
Linnaeus began naming organisms that were alike using Latin names. He gave each organism two names; for example, the pigmy rattlesnake is called Sistrurus miliarius by scientists. What type of naming system is this and what group does "miliarius" designate?
A. Binomial nomenclature; genus. B. Binomial nomenclature; species. C. Polynomial nomenclature; genus. D. Polynomial nomenclature; species.
Imagine that you are studying a mammal with a mutation that prevented the growth of hair. What issues do you predict would be problematic for this animal as a result of lacking hair? Check all that apply.
_____ retaining body heat _____ sensing environmental changes _____ hiding from predators _____ defense against predators _____ ability to digest plants
DNA barcoding is a method that can be used to identify any organism.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)