Define the term "independent assortment" and indicate how this leads to diversity in the genetic content of gametes
What will be an ideal response?
Independent assortment is described in the text as the random alignment of homologous chromosomes (maternal and paternal) along the equator during metaphase I of meiosis. Because the cellular division distributes the maternal and paternal chromosomes randomly, a wide variety of gametes are generated.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
If blood pressure drops below the normal range, what should happen to the glomerular filtration rate to compensate for this drop?
A. It should decrease. B. It should increase. C. It should stay the same. D. It depends on the situation.
If a person is severely dehydrated you would expect to see all of the following except ________
A) lower plasma levels B) lower immunity C) higher blood viscosity D) higher hematocrit
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)