When oncologists (scientists who study cancer) refer to "transformation," they mean something different from what the word "transformation" signifies when used by biotechnologists. Explain the difference between the two uses of the ter
What will be an ideal response?
In terms of cancer, cells that lose their growth control and no longer behave like normal cells are referred to as transformed. In the context of bacterial genetics and gene manipulation, however, as was discussed in Chapter 9 and Chapter 15, transformation refers to a living cell picking up naked DNA from outside the cell and incorporating it into its genome.
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The species of Moraxella that is most commonly associated with human infections, primarily of the respiratory tract, is:
a. M. catarrhalis. b. Moraxella lacunata. c. Moraxella canis. d. Moraxella atlantae.
When a ___ hormone carrier protein complex contacts the surface of a cell, the hormone is released
and penetrates directly through the plasma membrane.
a. peptide b. steroid c. protein d. peptide and protein e. peptide, steroid, and protein
Which of the following is not a factor that affects germicidal activity?
A. Length of exposure B. Microorganism being treated C. Material being treated D. Strength of the germicide E. All of the choices are factors.
Which of the following statements about vertebrate eyes is true?
A. Most predators have monocular vision. B. Most predators have eyes on the sides of their heads. C. Binocular vision helps prey animals scan their surroundings for predators. D. Most prey animals have eyes on the sides of their head and monocular vision. E. Monocular vision allows for better depth perception.