In addition to decomposition and decay, what is other major ecological role of the fungi?
a. assisting plants in mineral acquisition
b. producing medicines for humans
c. performing photosynthesis
d. digesting ant species
Answer: a. assisting plants in mineral acquisition
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Gene transcription is induced by
a. A. b. B. c. C. d. D. e. none of these
Four of the five answers listed below are related by a similar function. Select the exception
a. intercostal muscles b. medulla oblongata c. aortic bodies d. reticular formation e. carotid bodies
Temporal gene regulation refers to which of the following circumstances?
a. Certain genes are induced only at a particular point in the organism’s life cycle. b. Certain genes are induced only in specific tissues. c. Heat-shock genes are induced during periods of temperature stress. d. "Housekeeping" genes are induced in response to a viral infection. e. Molecular chaperones are synthesized after heavy-metal ingestion.
In humans, an excessive accumulation of uric acid in the joints produces a condition known as
A. gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). B. ulcers. C. gout. D. high blood pressure. E. rickets.