Explain the role that water plays in the light-dependent reactions.

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Water is split in the light dependent reactions in order to supply electrons to the reaction center that lost its electron. Oxygen is produced as a by-product of this reaction.

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If the physical expression of a heterozygous individual is intermediate between those of the homozygotes, the alleles are ________

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How are cellular respiration and organismal respiration related?

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Four of the following statements are true of predator-prey coevolution. Which one is FALSE?

A. Each species exerts selection pressure on the other. B. Predators are selective agents that favor improved prey defenses. C. Prey with better defenses are selective agents that favor better predator hunting skills. D. Coevolution only occurs in animals and is usually seen after one reproductive generation. E. Camouflage, warning coloration, and mimicry are all examples of coevolution tactics.

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What are the three most important subatomic particles in an atom called? Which one is involved in forming chemical bonds?

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