The basic unit that structurally organizes a eukaryotic chromosome is the _____

a. higher-order coiling
b. double helix
c. base sequence
d. nucleosome


D

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which of the following accurately describes an operon?

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Which of the following occurs subsequent to the

invasion of bacteria into a wound? a. complement activation b. capture of bacteria by lymph nodes c. binding of bacteria to B cells d. attraction of phagocytes by the chemotactic factors secreted by the bacteria e. all of these

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What specific challenge does Trypanosoma brucei present to the immune system?

A. It frequently changes its antigens, staying one step ahead of the host's antibody response. B. It specifically attacks T lymphocytes preventing their activation and crippling the cell-mediated immune response. C. It specifically attacks B lymphocytes preventing activation and antibody production. D. Its antigens are not recognized by B and T lymphocytes so these host defense cells don't respond to the infection.

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