Bacterial populations have been exposed to an antibiotic and have developed resistance to the

antibiotic over time. Would this be an example of stabilizing selection, directional selection, or
disruptive selection? Explain your reasoning. What will be an ideal response?


Concepts to Consider: This is likely directional selection, due to selection for the bacteria with the
resistance, and against those without the resistance

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Jean-Luc Eiselé and his coworkers used ______ receptors in their research on neurotransmitter

receptor function.

a. African clawed frog b. toad c. artificial d. dog e. human

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described by any EXCEPT which of the following? a. K+ and Cl? form b. a solute c. ionized d. forms hydrophobic interactions e. dissolved

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Which of the following bacteria is responsible for the most common bacterial gastroenteritis in the United States, usually accompanied by frequent, bloody diarrhea?

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