The term phenotype refers to:
A. a trait that is dominant
B. a trait that is recessive
C. an individual's genetic makeup
D. an observable or measurable characteristic of an individual
D. an observable or measurable characteristic of an individual
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A. the placentals B. the monotremes C. the marsupials D. the multituberculates
The political identity of a new nation, such as Israel, may be reinforced by the revival of a national language
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Codons
A) are three adjacent nucleotide bases B) contribute to protein synthesis C) code for the production of particular amino acids D) all of the above E) none of the above
Which list best describes the advantages of social life for primates?
A) enhanced predator detection and defense; increased ability to compete for large food patches; regular reproductive opportunities B) greater opportunities for socialization; predators more likely to be detected; predators less likely to detect primate prey C) youngsters' behavior patterns develop without socialization pressures; freedom from the behavioral constraints of dominance relations D) greater availability of mates; reduced need to share food with conspecifics; enhanced ability to drive off a predator E) decreased competition for mates, increased need to share food with conspecifics, enhanced predator protection