In a prokaryotic cell, all of the following are functions of a capsule EXCEPT:

a. attachment to environment surfaces
b. attachment to body tissues
c. protection from phagocytosis
d. movement


Answer: d. movement

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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When two genes are located on different chromosomes, ____ of the offspring from a testcross for

genetic linkage should have a recombinant phenotype.

a. over 75% b. about 50% c. about 25% d. about 10% e. about 5%

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When a gene from one species is transferred into another species, the result is ____

a. a GMO b. a new species c. a hybrid animal d. eugenics e. a lethal mutation

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Which of these is an electron carrier molecule?

A. ATP B. Carbonic acid C. Adenylate kinase D. NAD+

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