The initial event that triggers phagocytosis is when the ____

a. solute concentration is higher inside the cell than outside
b. solute concentrations is lower inside the cell than outside
c. target protein binds to the receptor


d. enzymes bind to the membrane
e. vesicles bud off from the membrane


ANSWER: c

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In California, a species of salamanders were geographically separated over time. The group that lived in southern California relied heavily on large gold blotches on their skin that helped to camouflage them from predators. The group that lived along the coast adopted a color pattern that mimicked a poisonous, colorful newt common to that area. Instead of being camouflaged, these salamanders advertised their colors. What type of selection process has occurred over time?

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Which of the following contains all of the others?

A) biosphere B) community C) ecosystem D) population

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