The scientific name for the ruffed grouse is Bonasa umbellus. Bonasa is

(a) the family name.
(b) the genus.
(c) the specific epithet.
(d) all of the above.


(b) the genus.

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According to William Hamilton's theory of inclusive fitness, genes that promote altruism can evolve if those helped are relatives. Why does the theory specify relatives?

What will be an ideal response?

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Each of the following transfers DNA into bacteria except

A) conjugation. B) infection. C) transduction. D) transformation. E) All transfer DNA into bacteria.

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What will be an ideal response?

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