Growth that results in an increase in the length of a plant is referred to as:

a. horizontal growth.
b. longitudinal growth.
c. primary growth.
d. radial growth.
e. secondary growth.


C

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Defining features of the halobacteria include

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Which of the various species concepts distinguishes two species based on the degree of genetic exchange between their gene pools?

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Which of the following does NOT apply to microorganisms?

A) microorganisms are very diverse B) microorganisms participate in the carbon cycle and the nitrogen cycle C) ALL microorganisms are unicellular organisms D) microorganisms help recycle waste products through decomposition E) all of the these apply

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