Red algae can grow at greater ocean depths than most other algae can because red algae are
A. specialized for absorbing red wavelengths of light for photosynthesis
B. specialized for absorbing ultraviolet wavelengths of light for photosynthesis
C. specialized for absorbing blue wavelengths of light for photosynthesis
D. unable to use chlorophyll for photosynthesis
E. adapted for chemosynthesis, rather than photosynthesis
Ans: C. specialized for absorbing blue wavelengths of light for photosynthesis
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tested are marked with filled squares or circles. Which of the following inheritance patterns is most likely correct for this condition?
a. autosomal dominant b. X-linked recessive c. X-linked dominant d. cytoplasmic inheritance e. autosomal recessive
What discoveries in the fossil record led to
questioning the concept that species didn’t change?
a. the oldest layers contain fossils of simpler organisms b. more recent layers contain fossils more similar to existing species c. many fossils were found of extinct animals d. more recent layers contain fossils that are more complex than earlier ones e. all of these are discoveries in the fossil record that led to questioning the concept that species didn’t change
The dominant allele of a gene is the most frequently found allele in a population
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The method of uncovering general principles by carefully using the scientific method is called ________ reasoning.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).