The scientific names of organisms continue to be written in Latin because
a. Latin invented the system.
b. Latin is universally understood.
c. Latin doesn't change as other languages change.
d. it is easier to learn Latin than most other languages.
Ans: b. Latin is universally understood.
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
The field of epigenetics has opened the way for the development of a new class of anticancer drugs ____
a. that are very similar to many chemotherapy treatments but are much more targeted and effective b. that stop mutations before they occur in individuals with a predisposition to certain kinds of cancer c. that increase the level of methylation in cancer cells d. used specifically to treat breast cancer because the key genes involved in this cancer cannot be epigenetically modified e. because of the discovery that epigenetic modification of key genes is important in some cancers and the fact that epigenetic changes are reversible
Photosynthesis evolved first in which of the following lineages?
a. Prokaryotes b. Archaea c. Eukaryotes d. Photosynthesis evolved simultaneously in all lineages
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A. No. The energy contained within these macromolecules is converted into other forms of chemical energy and kinetic energy, though some is lost as heat. B. No. Breaking down molecules does not lead to the release of energy. C. Yes. By breaking down these macromolecules, some of the energy they contained is destroyed. D. No. While the vast majority of the energy contained in these macromolecules is converted to heat, it is not actually destroyed.