Her skin is an example of _______________

a. an innate defense mechanism
b. a first line of defense against pathogens
c. an adaptive mechanism
d. both an innate defense mechanism and a first line of defense against pathogens


D

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following is NOT a function performed in the nucleus?

A) Storing genes on chromosomes B) Producing regulatory factors C) Packaging proteins and transport them around the cell D) Producing mRNA E) DNA replication

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A population of cells that are genetically identical and may be carrying a desired plasmid is called a(n)

a. genus. b. clone. c. vector. d. exon.

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When comparing cell shapes, the presence of which observable structure in plants provided the structural support?

What will be an ideal response?

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