In humans, a large number of genes associated with immune function share sequence similarity and are evolutionarily related. These would be known as what kind of group?
What will be an ideal response?
a gene family
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A) lysozyme production B) phagocytosis by neutrophils C) antibody production by plasma cells D) histamine release by basophils E) lysis by natural killer cells
The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is used as a tool for
A. breaking down DNA for analysis. B. amplifying the amount of DNA to provide a large sample. C. fragmenting DNA into smaller pieces. D. rearranging the gene sequences in isolated fragments of DNA. E. extracting DNA from nuclei.
The cycle of coral reef formation involves:
a. bioerosion. b. budding to form corallites. c. solidification of rubble by encrusting coralline algae. d. a followed by c
Habitat: Human Colon
What will be an ideal response?