Differences in patterns by which muscles connect to bones is relatively invariant in vertebrates
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: F, varies widely
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In this first year the bird does not raise any of its own offspring. In the second year of its life the pied kingfisher mates and raises two of its own offspring. After the first two years, what is the inclusive fitness of the pied kingfisher? A) 0.75 B) 1.50 C) 2.50 D) 3.00
What did comparing the sequence of the mitochondrial genome in trypanosomes with the sequence of mature mitochondrial RNAs demonstrate?
A) The RNA sequences are similar to the genome sequence, but have insertions and deletions of uracil residues. B) The RNA sequences align perfectly with the genomic DNA from which it is transcribed. C) All of the proteins necessary for translation are encoded in the mitochondrial genome. D) Translation is initiated in mitochondria only at AUG codons. E) Some mature RNAs do not have start and stop codons.
The level of the oceans is rising due to ____
a. ozone depletion b. global warming c. lost species biodiversity d. increased precipitation e. acid rain
Your 81-year old grandfather has been diagnosed with cancer of the thymus. The doctor is urging surgical removal of the cancer, but you and the family are worried about the consequences of removing an entire organ such as the thymus. Which statement is correct?
A. Your grandfather will have a loss of T lymphocytes and will have an immune deficiency. B. There is nothing to worry about; thymus removal will not affect your grandfather's immune status at his age. C. Your grandfather would not be able to produce complement proteins necessary for pathogen control and inflammation. D. Your grandfather would not have sufficient phagocytic cells and would not be able to contain bacterial infections.