What do DNA and RNA have in common?

A. Both contain deoxyribose.
B. Both are composed of nucleotides.
C. Both form double helices.
D. They are composed of the same nucleotides.


C. Both form double helices.

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A single pregnant female parakeet arrives in Hawaii early in its history. After millions of years her

descendants have successfully adapted to a variety of foods and habitats. This is the result of:

a. genetic drift b. adaptive radiation c. a higher rate of mutation d. punctuated equilibrium e. sympatric speciation

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The male reproductive whorl of a flower typically consists of one or more

a. petals. b. carpels. c. stamens. d. receptacles. e. sepals.

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In which cells would you expect to find the highest level of telomerase?

A. adipose tissue cells B. muscle cells C. cells that replenish the lining of the gut D. neurons

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