The approach of using mutagenesis and genetic selection to produce microbes with new degradative capabilities or the ability to produce compounds with new and unique properties is called ________ evolution.

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


directed

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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What substance is required for membrane trafficking to occur?

a. Lipids b. Oxygen c. Sodium d. Hydrogen e. ATP

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Assume each of the following letters represents an amino acid. What type of gene mutation occurred to produce the following protein sequence?Normal: JAYBIRDCATPAWMutated: JAYBIRDBATPAW

A. nonsense B. sense C. missense D. frameshift E. silent

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Which of the following is a peptide hormone?

A) melatonin B) progesterone C) estrogen D) adrenaline E) glucagon

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