Which of the following statements about viruses is false?

a. Viruses do not contain a nucleic acid.
b. Viruses take over a cell’s machinery to reproduce.
c. Viruses can be used to destroy cancer cells.
d. Viruses can cause cancer.


Ans: a. Viruses do not contain a nucleic acid.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following does NOT occur in response to baroreceptors detecting an increase in mean arterial pressure?

A) vasoconstriction B) decreased frequency of sinoatrial node action potentials C) decreased heart rate D) decreased end-diastolic volume E) decreased venous compliance

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Cells that will eventually undergo meiosis and produce gametes are often referred to as ________ cells.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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G0 phase

What will be an ideal response?

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