General Biology

The movement of an action potential along a neuron is most like ________.

The movement of an action potential along a neuron is most like ________.

The movement of an action potential along a neuron is most like ________.
A) the ripples created by dropping a pebble into a pond, gradually decreasing in size as the waves spread apart
B) a crowd at a sporting event doing the wave around a stadium

sukhmeet   15   2 Replies

sukhmeet

Most of the protein measured in the cells was likely synthesized by

Most of the protein measured in the cells was likely synthesized by

Most of the protein measured in the cells was likely synthesized by
A) mitochondria.
B) nucleolus.
C) smooth endoplasmic reticulum.
D) ribosomes.

darla   15   1 Reply

Melina Hoxha

What is the benefit of adhesion of water to sediment?

What is the benefit of adhesion of water to sediment?

What is the benefit of adhesion of water to sediment?
 
  a. It allows for an increase of oxygen in sediments.
 b. It provides protection from capillary action.
 c. It allows organisms to build habitats from sticky sediments.

jess9adamss   16   2 Replies

jess9adamss

Which of the following is not included in the composition of biogenous sediments?

Which of the following is not included in the composition of biogenous sediments?

Which of the following is not included in the composition of biogenous sediments?
 
  a. Feldspars
 b. Foraminiferans
 c. Diatoms
 d. Radiolarians

Kingchris9   16   2 Replies

Kingchris9

Recent outbreaks of the dangerous dinoflagellate Pfisteria in the waters off North Carolina have ...

Recent outbreaks of the dangerous dinoflagellate Pfisteria in the waters off North Carolina have ...

Recent outbreaks of the dangerous dinoflagellate Pfisteria in the waters off North Carolina have been linked to hog farming inland of the coast. What is the connection between the two?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

husna95   16   2 Replies

husna95

What problems are associated with desalination?

What problems are associated with desalination?

What problems are associated with desalination?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

krautkin   16   1 Reply

miguelhdz8

Tails that have equally sized upper and lower lobes are called:

Tails that have equally sized upper and lower lobes are called:

Tails that have equally sized upper and lower lobes are called:
 
  a. heterocercal.
  b. ganoid.
  c. cycloid.
  d. homocercal.
  e. ctenoid.

aynuriya   16   2 Replies

aynuriya

The following are all biological molecules utilized in the bodies of marine animals, except

The following are all biological molecules utilized in the bodies of marine animals, except

The following are all biological molecules utilized in the bodies of marine animals, except
 
  a. chitin.
  b. triglycerides.
  c. glycogen.
  d. cellulose.
  e. enzymes.

azuniga34   16   1 Reply

fouraker

Name three familial conflicts.

Name three familial conflicts.

Name three familial conflicts.
 
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brandonq2015   16   1 Reply

Koko65

Assume that the cost of fighting is four times greater than the benefit gained from the resource ...

Assume that the cost of fighting is four times greater than the benefit gained from the resource ...

Assume that the cost of fighting is four times greater than the benefit gained from the resource that is being fought over. What is the probability with which an individual should play dove in the mixed Nash equilibrium of the hawk-dove game?
 

mfarhanhuda   16   1 Reply

frogiiesfly

Define the term trait group.

Define the term trait group.

Define the term trait group.
 
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aynuriya   16   1 Reply

a_simon616

The probability of extinction via predation is particularly high when:

The probability of extinction via predation is particularly high when:

The probability of extinction via predation is particularly high when:
 
  a. Predator and prey coevolved over long periods of time.
  b. Prey populations are stressed by additional environmental factors.
  c. Predators are a new

simply--steve   16   1 Reply

Susannamaj1

How is the switch from RNA to DNA for the storage of information an example of a major transition? ...

How is the switch from RNA to DNA for the storage of information an example of a major transition? ...

How is the switch from RNA to DNA for the storage of information an example of a major transition?
 
  a. The switch involved a change in information technology.
  b. The switch involved individuals taking advantage of an economy of s

Kingchris9   16   1 Reply

julievee94

The figure above documents the:

The figure above documents the:

The figure above documents the:
 
  a. increase in homozygosity with time.
  b. the effect of over-fishing on heterozygosity.
  c. the decline of heterozygosity with time.
  d. B and C.
  e. All of the above.

mschares   16   1 Reply

trm1986

Using the figure below, please list in order of the size of the selection coefficient the lines ...

Using the figure below, please list in order of the size of the selection coefficient the lines ...

Using the figure below, please list in order of the size of the selection coefficient the lines labeled A, B, and C.
 
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mschares   16   2 Replies

mschares

The nodular, red, translucent surface material of a healing wound is called

The nodular, red, translucent surface material of a healing wound is called

The nodular, red, translucent surface material of a healing wound is called
 
  A. soluble skin.
  B. irritated scab.
  C. granulation tissue.
  D. abscess.


Factor(s) not found in abscesses is/are
 

Irelandgb   16   1 Reply

elana1980

Laying a piece of plywood flat on the ground provides beneficial hiding cover for:

Laying a piece of plywood flat on the ground provides beneficial hiding cover for:

Laying a piece of plywood flat on the ground provides beneficial hiding cover for:
 
  a. Reptiles and amphibians c. Insects and fish
  b. Mammals and amphibians d. Reptiles and mammals

Question 2

finnc   16   2 Replies

finnc

For many years, areas clear-cut of most or all of the trees have been seeded or set out with tree ...

For many years, areas clear-cut of most or all of the trees have been seeded or set out with tree ...

For many years, areas clear-cut of most or all of the trees have been seeded or set out with tree _____________________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Our national and state

zfuller1   16   3 Replies

lynnereles85

One way to interrupt the reproductive process is to release thousands of ____________________ male ...

One way to interrupt the reproductive process is to release thousands of ____________________ male ...

One way to interrupt the reproductive process is to release thousands of ____________________ male insects over the infected area.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Insects disch

ngocchapcheng11   16   1 Reply

chunkycs

Ringworm is not a worm; it is a(n) ____________________ that aggravates human skin. (Fill in the blank)

Ringworm is not a worm; it is a(n) ____________________ that aggravates human skin. (Fill in the blank)

Ringworm is not a worm; it is a(n) ____________________ that aggravates human skin.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Carbohydrates are compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and __

yolodontneedth   16   1 Reply

lynnereles85

The life span of cattle is ___ to ___ years.

The life span of cattle is ___ to ___ years.

The life span of cattle is ___ to ___ years.
 
  a. 5, 10 c. 15, 20
  b. 10, 15 d. 20, 25

Question 2

Volcanic soils can be found in which state?
 
  a. Hawaii c. Alabama
  b. Or

Arierog   16   3 Replies

jandro98

The injection fluid used in hydrofracking consists of ____.

The injection fluid used in hydrofracking consists of ____.

The injection fluid used in hydrofracking consists of ____.
 
  a. aerobic bacteria and water c. chemicals, sand, and water
  b. fertilizer and water d. water only

Question 2

Although na

little toast   16   1 Reply

harbor

Of the following grains, which is the poorest choice as a part of the horse's ration?

Of the following grains, which is the poorest choice as a part of the horse's ration?

Of the following grains, which is the poorest choice as a part of the horse's ration?
 
  A. corn B. oats C. barley D. rye

Question 2

Poor people today pay a greater proportion of their incomes for

Tejonk   16   3 Replies

kellylynne0704

Develop a scenario different from that in the book that demonstrates a survival benefit of each of ...

Develop a scenario different from that in the book that demonstrates a survival benefit of each of ...

Develop a scenario different from that in the book that demonstrates a survival benefit of each of the following types
  of learning: classical conditioning, operant conditioning habituation, imprinting, and insight. What will be an ideal respon

Maria   16   2 Replies

Maria

In polygyny, one female mates with several males. (True or false?)

In polygyny, one female mates with several males. (True or false?)

In polygyny, one female mates with several males. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

When the food supply is far from a beehive, the scout bee will perform a(n) waggl

Ebridges85   16   2 Replies

Ebridges85

Which list of elements below is present in all biomolecules in plants?

Which list of elements below is present in all biomolecules in plants?

Which list of elements below is present in all biomolecules in plants?
  a. sulfur, silicon, and calcium
  b. oxygen, hydrogen, and carbon
  c. chlorine, iron, and zinc
  d. phosphorus, nitrogen, and carbon
  e. potassium, ox

rylee19   16   3 Replies

ddd856

If a plant were placed in continual darkness, it would continue to open and close its stomata at ...

If a plant were placed in continual darkness, it would continue to open and close its stomata at ...

If a plant were placed in continual darkness, it would continue to open and close its stomata at approximately the same
  time each day. This phenomenon is governed by:
  a. annual rhythms.
  b. floral clocks.
  c. transpiration.

ridhima14598   16   2 Replies

ridhima14598

Mousterian tools were made by which species?

Mousterian tools were made by which species?

Mousterian tools were made by which species?
  a. H. habilis
  b. H. ergaster
  c. H. sapiens
  d. H antecessor
  e. H. neanderthalensis

Question 2

Which species likely c

rylee19   16   1 Reply

Marzard18

Bundle scars would be found within a leaf scar. ____________________ Indicate whether the statement ...

Bundle scars would be found within a leaf scar. ____________________ Indicate whether the statement ...

Bundle scars would be found within a leaf scar.
  ____________________ Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Periderm is the functional replacement of the bark.

petrajanejob   16   2 Replies

petrajanejob

Refer to Figure 24-1d. The function of the structure labeled 3 is:

Refer to Figure 24-1d. The function of the structure labeled 3 is:

Refer to Figure 24-1d. The function of the structure labeled 3 is:
  a. attachment to a host cell.
  b. locomotion.
  c. mate recognition.
  d. replication.
  e. to take over host cell mechanisms

dixoncsk2062   16   2 Replies

dixoncsk2062

The appearance of air breathing organisms was most dependent upon:a. the accumulation of methane ...

The appearance of air breathing organisms was most dependent upon:a. the accumulation of methane ...

The appearance of air breathing organisms was most dependent upon:a.
   the accumulation of methane gas in the atmosphere.
  b. the survival of cyanobacteria on the primitive earth.
  c. the accumulation of ozone in the upper atmospher

nmar   16   3 Replies

ogilusin

Why is cancer more prevalent in older individuals?

Why is cancer more prevalent in older individuals?

Why is cancer more prevalent in older individuals?
  a. Cancer cells form at a faster rate.
  b. More mutations develop with age.
  c. The protective action of cytotoxic T cells breaks down with age.
  d. Cancers learn to disguise

Groanier   16   3 Replies

knappstr95

High levels of what hormone increases the likelihood of fraternal twins?

High levels of what hormone increases the likelihood of fraternal twins?

High levels of what hormone increases the likelihood of fraternal twins?
  a. FSH
  b. LH
  c. HCG
  d. progesterone
  e. estrogen

Question 2

When two eggs are fertiliz

RICHDANGER123   16   2 Replies

RICHDANGER123

Which blood type is rare ?

Which blood type is rare ?

Which blood type is rare
  ?
  a. A only
  b. B only
  c. AB
  d. O
  e. Both AB and O

Question 2

Which blood type is the universal donor?
  a. A only

Carlina864   16   3 Replies

davomuja

The structure where parts of ribosomes form before passing into the cytoplasm is the ____.

The structure where parts of ribosomes form before passing into the cytoplasm is the ____.

The structure where parts of ribosomes form before passing into the cytoplasm is the ____.
  a. nucleus
  b. nuclear membrane
  c. Golgi body
  d. nucleolus
  e. chromosome

Question 2[/

claudiawong05   16   1 Reply

shallonn__

Which chemicals trigger the repeated division of lymphocytes that produce activated B and T cells? ...

Which chemicals trigger the repeated division of lymphocytes that produce activated B and T cells? ...

Which chemicals trigger the repeated division of lymphocytes that produce activated B and T cells?
  a. interleukins
  b. complement proteins
  c. interferons
  d. histamines
  e. cytokines

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vr   16   2 Replies

vr

The age structure diagram for the United States is most like

The age structure diagram for the United States is most like

The age structure diagram for the United States is
  most like
  a. A.
  b. B.
  c. C.
  d. D.
  e. none of these.

Question 2

The age structure diagram for India

tpost99   16   3 Replies

sdfaff

Which of the following diffuses in greater amounts from the fetal blood to the mothers blood?

Which of the following diffuses in greater amounts from the fetal blood to the mothers blood?

Which of the following diffuses in greater amounts
  from the fetal blood to the mothers blood?
  a. oxygen
  b. urea
  c. hormones
  d. antibodies
  e. nutrients

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lacerna92   16   3 Replies

amira

Z stands for blood type

Z stands for blood type

Z stands for blood type
  a. A.
  b. B.
  c. AB.
  d. O.
  e. any of these.

Question 2

W stands for blood type
  a. A.
  b. B.
  c. AB.
  d. O.

LesleyCher   16   1 Reply

michjfrg88

Compact bone is indicated by

Compact bone is indicated by

Compact bone is indicated by
  a. A.
  b. B.
  c. C.
  d. D.
  e. E.

Question 2

Rheumatoid arthritis affects the area indicated by
  a. A.
  b. B.
  c.

karan98agarwal   16   2 Replies

karan98agarwal