A regression analysis of two traits yields a slope of 0. Explain the biological meaning of this value
What will be an ideal response?
Phenotypic variation in the traits is not correlated.
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A) They secrete buffers to neutralize acid. B) They burrow under the mucus layer that covers the stomach epithelium. C) They take over the parietal cells. D) They release chemicals that decrease acid production in the stomach.
Select the hormone that is NOT involved in crustacean molting
a. molt-inhibiting hormone b. juvenile hormone c. brain hormone d. ecdysone e. molt-stimulating hormone
Birds use specific songs, coloring, and mating dances to attract mates of their species. This is an example of _____ reproductive isolation.
A. postzygotic B. allopatric C. prezygotic D. sympatric E. outgroup
As the result of exposure to a mutagen, cytosine is substituted for thymine in one strand of DNA. Upon subsequent DNA replication, one of the daughter cells will have a GC pair in this position instead of an AT pair. This is called a(n) ________ mutation.
A. transversion B. frameshift C. insertion D. transition