Keratin is a mixture of fats and waxes that inhibits growth of harmful bacteria

____________________ Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


F, Sebum

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Viruses that become established as stable parts of the host cell genome are called  

A.  lethal. B.  potent. C.  temperate. D.  virulent.

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In living organisms, chemical reactions responsible for growth, repair, and nutrition are collectively referred to as:

a. development b. metabolism c. adaptation d. genetics e. homeostasis

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Identify the features unique to protostome development.

A. Coelom forms by a splitting of the mesoderm, the blastopore becomes the anus, and the cleavage is spiral. B. Coelom forms by a splitting of the mesoderm, the blastopore becomes the mouth, and the cleavage is spiral. C. Coelom forms by a splitting of the mesoderm, the blastopore becomes the mouth, and the cleavage is radial. D. None of the features listed are unique to the protostomes.

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