As two competing species approach their respective carrying capacities, the growth rate of the other species
A) accelerates.
B) is unaffected.
C) is doubled.
D) slows down.
D
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A small island has stable populations of plants and animals, including one species of hawk but no other large predators. A ship docks at the island, and the ship's cat escapes. If the cat was pregnant, what do you think the sailors are likely to find if they return ten years later?
A. The island will have similar flora and fauna, with the addition of a cat population. B. The increase in nitrogenous waste from the cats will increase plant productivity. C. The bird and lizard species on the island will have many new adaptations. D. Some species of ground-nesting birds may have gone extinct. E. Species that were formerly preyed upon by hawks will benefit.
________ degrades mRNAs that contain no stop codons.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Botulinum toxin, or "botox", has become popular for cosmetic surgery. The toxin prevents neurosecretory vesicles from docking at the plasma membrane and releasing neurotransmitter. How would this toxin affect the neuromuscular junction?
A. Since ACh is not released, the muscles stay in a state of repeated contraction. B. Since ACh is not released, the muscles are not activated to contract and remain relaxed. C. Buildup of ACh causes promiscuous activation of all nearby sensory neurons. D. Buildup of ACh leaks back into the brain, creating a calming effect. Clarify Question · What is the key concept addressed by the question? · What type of thinking is required? Gather Content/Choose Answer · What do you already know about the botulism? What other information is related to the question? Reflect on Process · Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?
The voyages of Captain Cook provided which of the following?
A) Soundings of the deep sea B) Reliable navigational charts C) The first exploration of northern polar regions D) An explanation for the formation of atolls.