Define homeostasis.

What will be an ideal response?


The maintenance of a stable internal environment.

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After a seed germinates, nutrients stored in endosperm (in monocots) or in ____ (in eudicots) support the seedling's growth

a. radicle b. hypocotyl c. cotyledons d. plumule e. seed coat

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Fetal hemoglobin functions adequately in the fetus but is ineffective in adults. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What type of fruit is a tomato?

A. Dehiscent B. Berry C. Drupe D. Indehiscent E. Pome

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