What tissue conducts water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the stems and leaves?
a. collenchyma
b. epidermis
c. periderm
d. xylem
e. phloem
D
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A. Enzymes in the cell catalyze the breakdown of the glucose. B. Cells use energy to break down the glucose. C. Glucose is only broken down while dissolving into a watery solution, such as inside the cell. D. Glucose cannot be broken down outside of a cell. E. Glucose becomes more chemically reactive inside of a cell.
Neurons release neurotransmitters stored in vesicles by a process known as _______.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
What molecular structure is used by geneticists to insert foreign DNA into a recipient bacterial cell that will replicate the foreign DNA?
A) codon B) anticodon C) genome D) plasmid
What is the function of the somatic division of the peripheral nervous system?
a. It regulates the parasympathetic nervous system. b. It regulates the sympathetic nervous system. c. It helps the body respond to changes in the external environment. d. It controls voluntary movement. e. It maintains homeostasis despite internal changes.