When the antigens on the surface of red blood cells react with antibodies in the serum, the cells clump together. This process is called


Answer: Agglutination

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Some protists use multiple fission (cell division preceded by several nuclear divisions) as a means of reproduction. Multiple fission is also referred to as

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Which statement best describes type 1 diabetes?

A. Near-normal insulin levels are maintained. B. Beta cells are hyperactive. C. It is the more common form of diabetes. D. Insulin-producing cells are attacked by the immune system. E. It often occurs as a result of obesity.

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If phosphorus is added to water that contains no other major nutrients, the major microbial group that will bloom if the water is exposed to light will be the ________.

A. green algae B. green sulfur bacteria C. cyanobacteria D. green nonsulfur bacteria

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