The work of (Needham/Redi/Spallanzani) using infusions in sealed vials provided strong evidence that spontaneous generation does not occur.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Spallanzani

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What would happen if a neuron with a resting membrane potential of ?100 mV and a threshold level of

?70 mV received three IPSPs of ?5 mV and four EPSPs of ?10 mV in close succession? What will be an ideal response?

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The transmission of Vibrio spp. to humans is by:

a. exposure of disrupted skin and mucosal surfaces to contaminated animal hides. b. ingestion of contaminated seafood or wa-ter. c. inhalation of contaminated air. d. close contact with carriers of the organism.

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Suppose that a patient presents the following symptoms: anemia, dilation of heart, lung damage and pneumonia, rheumatism, abdominal pain, and kidney failure. After learning about the patient's family history, which disorder did the doctor run a genetic test for?

a. cystic fibrosis b. albinism c. sickle cell disease d. achondroplasia

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