Cancer-causing gene formed by a mutation in a proto-oncogene; codes for proteins that stimulate the cell cycle and inhibit apoptosis.

What will be an ideal response?


oncogenes

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a. During flooding, frogs spontaneously arise from mud. b. When a dried bean is moistened and kept wet, it spontaneously transforms into a bean sprout. c. Some sea anemones spontaneously bud newly developed young from their outer skin. d. All of the above. e. A and B, but not C

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If we take a look at the genetic differences between humans and chimpanzees, then we will know all of the genes that are responsible for making us human

A. true B. false

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The success of organ transplantation depends on matching ____________________ antigens. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)

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Your botany teacher is making assignments for a research project on a plant species. She assigns you to study hemlock (Conium maculatum) and mentions that is an r-selected species. Based on this, what characteristics would you predict to be true of hemlock? Check all that apply.

A. HABITAT: Disturbed areas like the edges of agricultural fields. B. LIFESPAN: Several decades. C. HABITAT: Pristine, undisturbed meadows. D. REPRODUCTION: Small numbers of large seeds produced. E. REPRODUCTION: Large numbers of seeds produced at a time. F. LIFESPAN: One to two years.

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