In the scientific name Enterobacter aerogenes, Enterobacter is the

A) specific epithet.
B) genus.
C) family.
D) order.
E) kingdom.


B

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Where are the major deserts of the world located?

A) 30° north and south of the equator B) 23.5° north and south of the equator C) 45° north and south of the equator D) the equator

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Which of the following is a function of the liver?

A. filters out nitrogenous wastes B. produces insulin and glucagon C. detoxifies blood by filtering poisonous substances D. absorbs proteins from food in the form of amino acids E. absorbs water

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During a viticulturist's presentation on growing and managing grapes, why did he state that it is imperative to encourage the grapevine's natural tendency for positive thigmotropism?  

A.  To encourage the vine's response to move toward the early morning light as opposed to the late afternoon sun. B.  To encourage the roots to grow deeper and spread out. C.  To encourage the grapes to retain their sugar for a longer period of time. D.  To encourage the twining stems to wrap around the supporting wires. E.  To discourage early ripening of the fruit. Clarify Question · What is the key concept addressed by the question? · What type of thinking is required? · What key words does the question contain and what do they mean? Gather Content · What do you already know about plant growth and thigmotropism? How does it relate to the question? Consider Possibilities · What other information is related to the question? Which information is most useful? Choose Answer · Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer? Reflect on Process Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?  

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