________ , also known as "jumping genes," are examples of mobile DNA elements.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Transposons

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In the formula, dN/dt = rN(K-N)/K, the rate of population growth approaches zero as

A. carrying capacity approaches zero. B. the age-specific fertility rate approaches zero. C. the per capita growth rate declines. D. the population size approaches the carrying capacity. E. carrying capacity declines with increasing population size.

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Animals obtain minerals such as phosphorus primarily through:

a. drinking water b. inhalation c. eating meats only d. eating plants only e. eating both meats and plants

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The ____ connects the peripheral nerves to the brain

a. pons b. gray matter c. white matter d. spinal cord e. medulla oblongata

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Neurons and other cells that produce action

potentials are said to show a. passive transport. b. saltatory conduction. c. excitability. d. capacitance. e. facilitated transport.

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