Compare and contrast exotoxins and endotoxins with regard to their: a) chemical nature, b) source, c) effects on human body cells and resulting symptoms, and d) examples.

What will be an ideal response?


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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The negatively charged components of atoms are referred to as:

A. protons B. electrons C. anions D. neutrons E. cations

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What is true about reciprocal translocation heterozygotes and inversions? (Select all that apply.)

A) The amount of DNA in the genome remains the same. B) The genes at the boundaries may be disrupted, while those in the middle are most likely unaffected. C) Up to 50% of gametes may be unbalanced, resulting in semisterility. D) They are both used to make Balancer chromosomes.

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Primary infection with Epstein-Barr virus is known as

A) infectious mononucleosis. B) Burkitt's lymphoma. C) Hodgkin's lymphoma. D) chronic fatigue syndrome. E) oral hairy leukoplakia.

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