Bacterial cell walls are primarily composed of which of the following?

A) phospholipid protein
B) protein
C) carbohydrate
D) peptidoglycan


Ans: D) peptidoglycan

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Lymphocytes ignore which of the following in most

instances? a. cells coated with complement proteins b. cells with antigens on their surface c. “self” cells with MHC markers d. cells with both antigen and self-MHC markers e. cells with damaged or mutant self-MHC markers

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What advantage do gymnosperms have over ferns?

A. Gymnosperms produce pollen and do not require water to reproduce. B. Gymnosperms have alternation of generations. C. Gymnosperms have a vascular system, which allows them to grow taller. D. Gymnosperms can grow larger gametophytes. E. Gymnosperms can produce flowers and fruits to aid in seed dispersal.

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All of the following substances are effective against nonenveloped viruses EXCEPT

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