Rainfall is greater and the vegetation more dense on the windward side of a mountain range than on the leeward side, where a(n) ________ is formed

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


rain shadow

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A. Telomeres B. Specific genes on the chromosome C. Centromeres D. They don't attach to DNA

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Seasonal abscission of fruits and leaves is mediated by ____

a. abscisic acid b. ethylene c. gibberellin d. auxin e. cytokinin

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DNA replication occurs without errors due to the complementary base pairing used in the copying process

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Why is it necessary for the testes to be in the scrotum to function properly?

A) The scrotum keeps the testes at a cool temperature necessary for sperm production. B) The sperm are produced in the scrotal tissue and transferred to the testes to finish maturation. C) The scrotum contains alkaline fluids to nourish the sperm. D) The testes develop from scrotal tissues. E) The scrotum elevates the temperature of the testes, which increases sperm production.

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