Describe the general structural plan of amino acids

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For 19 out of the 20 amino acids, a central carbon atom is attached to an amino group, a carboxyl
group, and a hydrogen atom, and a side group. Proline has a ring structure where the central carbon
atom is attached to a carboxyl group and an imino group.

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woodland to desert-like conditions. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Oxygen was necessary in the atmosphere before 

A. photosynthesis could occur. B. life could begin. C. metabolism could occur. D. aerobic respiration could occur.

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The majority of water molecules moving across plasma membranes by osmosis do so via a process that is most similar to ____.

a. active transport b. simple diffusion c. facilitated diffusion d. a process that requires energy from the cell e. cotransport

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The body of a cnidarian is supported by a(n) hydrostatic skeleton

____________________ Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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