What factor has been implicated as a trigger for the formation of artery-blocking plaques?

a. allergies
b. inflammation
c. hypertension
d. blood clots
e. low blood fats


B

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The lactose analog isopropyl-beta-D-thio-galactoside (IPTG) is often used to regulate gene expression systems in bacteria. IPTG does not act as a substrate for beta-galactosidase, but can bind to, and inactivate, the repressor. In this case, IPTG serves as a(n)  

A.  inducer. B.  repressor. C.  DNA-binding protein. D.  operon. Clarify Question · What is the key concept addressed by the question? · What type of thinking is required? · What key words does the question contain and what do they mean? Gather Content · What do you already know about prokaryotic transcriptional regulation? Consider Possibilities · Consider the different answer options. Which can you rule out? Choose Answer · Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer? Reflect on Process · Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?  

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The ____ structure of a protein refers to the conformation, or overall three-dimensional shape, of a

polypeptide that has been folded into a functional protein.

a. primary b. secondary c. tertiary d. quaternary e. linear

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Which factor would most affect an individual's basal metabolic rate?

A) caloric intake B) sleep habits C) balanced diets D) exercise levels

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Cell membrane

What will be an ideal response?

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