What is a population viability analysis (PVA), and what predictions does it allow population biologists

to make?



What will be an ideal response?


A PVA is a collection of information about a threatened species, including its diet, predators, mating
habits, space requirements, distribution, and response to disturbances. This allows population
biologists to predict the chances of its survival given various different habitat protection scenarios.

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A. transfer high-energy electrons between protein complexes of the electron transport chain. B. transfer high-energy electrons from NADH and FADH2 to protein complexes of the electron transport chain. C. transfer electrons to ATP synthase. D. transfer electrons to oxygen at the end of the electron transport chain. E. None of the answer options is correct.

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The average speed of a gazelle traveling a distance of 2km in a time of one-half hour is

What will be an ideal response?

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Describe the basic structure of a nucleosome. What is the role of histone H1?

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Which of the following hormones stimulates uterine contractions during the birth process in mammals?

A. oxytocin B. chorionic gonadotropin C. FHS D. LH E. testosterone

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