One problem with using common names is that

(a) many organisms may have the same common name.
(b) many common names may exist for the same organism.
(c) the common name may vary by language and region.
(d) all of the above are true.


(b) many common names may exist for the same organism.

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Enzymes are changed by the reaction as they raise the activation energy

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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This vertebrate is a fish, has a cartilaginous

skeleton, no jaws, and a tooth-covered tongue. This animal is a

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Fermentation directly

A) generates ATP. B) regenerates NAD+ from NADH. C) regenerates NADH from NAD+. D) produces acetyl CoA. E) initiates gluconeogenesis.

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