According to the biological species concept, the evolution of reproductive barriers is the key to the origin of new species.

a. true
b. false


Answer: a. true

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Why is the protein-first hypothesis not accepted by most scientists?

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Which male reproductive structure is “snipped” during a vasectomy?

1.epididymis 2.vas deferens 3.seminal vesicle 4.urethra

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Which statement about the sense of smell in humans is most accurate?

A) Combinations of over 300 receptors allow us to discern thousands of scents. B) Smell is about equally as strong as taste. C) Ciliated cells rapidly move scent molecules to the brain for rapid analysis. D) One hundred different receptor varieties allow us to discern about 100 scents.

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