Biology Textbook Answers

Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

9781947172517

Figure 1.6 In the example below, the scientific method is used to solve an everyday problem. Order…

OpenStax

Figure 2.3 How many neutrons do carbon-12 and carbon-13 have, respectively?

Figure 3.5 What kind of sugars are these, aldose or ketose?

Figure 4.7 Prokaryotic cells are much smaller than eukaryotic cells. What advantages might small…

Figure 5.12 A doctor injects a patient with what the doctor thinks is an isotonic saline solution.…

Author:McKinley, Michael P., O'loughlin, Valerie Dean, Bidle, Theresa Stouter

Reason for the correct statement: Option b. is given as “surface anatomy”. The Gross anatomy is…

Mcgraw Hill Education,

Reason for the correct statement: Option c. is given as “isotopes”. The isotopes are the…

Reason for the correct statement: Option a. is given as “chemical energy to mechanical energy”....

Reason for the correct statement: Option c. is given as “replacing cells through cell division”....

Reason for the correct statement: Option d. is given as “bone connective tissue”. Bone connective...

Molecular Biology of the Cell (Sixth Edition)

Author:Bruce Alberts, Alexander D. Johnson, Julian Lewis, David Morgan, Martin Raff, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter

9780815344322

Explanation: The human α- and β-globin gene families are arranged in a cluster. Each member in…

The pH of hydrochloric acid (HCL) cannot be equal to 8 because HCL is a strong acid, and the pH…

Explanation: The β-sheet is a secondary structure of the protein. This is formed by hydrogen…

Explanation: The human beings have 23 pairs, that is, 46 chromosomes in their somatic cells. In…

Explanation: All cells of human body are derived by divisions of a single celled zygote (a...

Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology

Author:Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia

9781260159363

McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (a).The scientific method. The…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (c). Anatomical position. In the…

Explanation/justification for correct answer: Option (b). An element. It is a substance that has…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (c). 0.1 millimeter. According to…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (b) DNA. An electron microscope is used…

Inquiry Into Life (16th Edition)

16th edition

Author:Sylvia S. Mader, Michael Windelspecht

9781260231700

Option (a) - All living organisms have an organization of cells inside them because cells are the...

McGraw Hill Education

Living things (a biotic component of the ecosystem) may be broadly divided into two groups…

Eukaryotic cells comprise of membrane-bound organelles like the nucleus, while prokaryotic cells…

Phospholipids are an ideal molecule for the plasma membrane because of the presence of many...

The DNA is the main component of the cells, which determines all the characteristics. It is the...

Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition)

9780134553511

Author:Erin C. Amerman

The study of the structure of the human body is called human anatomy. Under thissubject, the...

a. The given statement is true. Mass number refers to the total numbers of neutrons and protons...

Justification/Explanation for the correct answer: Option (d) is cell movement. This is not a…

The difference between connective tissues and epithelial tissues is given in the following table:...

The organ can be defined as a group of different types of tissues that perform together to...

Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Suzanne M. Keller

9780134395326

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (d) is given as chemical, cellular, tissue, organ,...

Explanation for correct answers: Option (a) is given that the atomic nucleus contains the atom’s...

Explanation for incorrect answers: Option (b) is given that the cells whose main function is...

Explanation for incorrect answers: Option (a) is given that all the serous membranes are made up…

Explanation for the correct answers: Option (a) is given that short bone is located at the wrist....

Genetics: From Genes to Genomes

Author:Leland Hartwell Dr., Michael L. Goldberg Professor Dr., Janice Fischer, Leroy Hood Dr.

9781259700903

DNA molecule is double strand of nucleotides carrying complementary G-C or A-T base pairs. These...

The observable physical properties of an organism such as appearance, development, and behavior…

Epistasis is a phenomenon in which the locus of one gene can mask the phenotype of another gene...

The cell division in which the number of chromosomes is reduced to half of the parent cell and…

The process of production of the offspring having a combination of traits, which differ from the...

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Campbell Biology in Focus

Author:Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Rebecca Orr

9780134710679

Reason for the correct statement: A campus consists of a many different types of populations. The...

Reason for the correct statement: Unpaired electrons in a valence shell are unstable in nature…

Reason for the correct statement: Sulfhydryl group is the functional group that comprises of a...

Reason for the correct statement: The chloroplast is a different organelle and has two-membrane...

In what way do the membranes of a eukaryotic cell vary? A. Phospholipids are found only in certain…

Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology

Author:SHIER, David, Butler, Jackie, Lewis, Ricki

9781259864568

The anatomy and physiology is the study of the structures and the different parts of the body.…

Mcgraw-hill Education,

A healthy body does not require much attention or demand special care. However, an injured body...

Chemistry includes the study of chemical compounds and their compositions. The knowledge of this...

The unit used to measure the size of a cell is micrometer. The symbol of the micrometer is μm.…

Catabolism breaks down the complex organic compounds. The carbohydrates (polysaccharides) are…

Campbell Biology (11th Edition)

Author:Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece

9780134093413

In the present days, mobiles phones and other hand-held devices are widely used for communication...

Differences between chemical elements and compounds: An element is the smallest unit of matter.…

Explanation: Water (H2O) consists of an oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms. Hydrogen and oxygen...

Miller synthesized many organic compounds in his abiotic experiment by simulating the chemical…

Carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids are large biopolymers that have different monomer…

Atom has three subatomic particles namely, protons, electrons, and neutrons. The aluminum element...

Triglycerides are the simple lipids that have three fatty acids joined with one molecule of...

The difference between the integral, anchored, and peripheral membrane proteins are given below:...

ATP is formed from the inorganic phosphate and adenosine triphosphate (ADP), and this reaction is...

The type I interferons namely interferon alpha and gamma are secreted by nucleated cells after…

Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function

Author:Kenneth S. Saladin Dr.

9781259277726

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Gross anatomy means that the study of organs cross...

Justify reasons for the correct statement: When the mouth is closed, it makes a voluntary…

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Substances that are composed of two or more different...

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Cytosol (cell substance) or intracellular fluid (ICF)…

Justify reasons for the correct statement: A single gene produces numerous phenotypic traits and…

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Author:Gerard J Tortora, Bryan Derrickson

9781119329398

A respiratory therapist deals with the respiratory system of the organism and closely monitors…

John Wiley & Sons Inc

Human body is comprised of different types of chemical elements, out of which 12 are the most...

The three different parts of the cell are mentioned below: 1. Plasma membrane: The outer surface...

l. Define a tissue.

Explanation: Integumentary system regulates body temperature, excretes wastes in the form of…

Essential Cell Biology (fifth Edition)

Author:ALBERTS, Bruce, Hopkin, Karen, Johnson -

9780393680362

In order to identify living things, biology books give several characteristics to identify them....

Molecular weight of water is 18 g or 1 mole. It contains 6 × 1023 molecules in it. The volume of...

The above given Equation characterizes the chemical reaction of photosynthesis. Photosynthesis...

Urea is an organic compound generally used for protein denaturation. It has the ability to form...

Reason for the correct statement: A-T base pairs are connected by two hydrogen bonds whereas G-C...

Author:Fox, Stuart Ira

Physiology is the sub-branch of biology that includes the study of anatomy and morphological...

Mcgraw-hill Education,

Atoms are composed of three subatomic particles called neutrons, protons, and electrons. Neutrons...

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (d) is given that proteins are free to move within a...

Each enzyme has a particular three-dimensional shape. The pocket that is active in catalyzing a...

The first cellular respiration process for the breakdown of glucose is glycolysis, which is a...

Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)

13th edition

Author:Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case, Derek Weber, Warner Bair

9780134605180

The ways in which microbes affect our lives are as follows: Microbes are crucial in maintaining…

The atoms are considered to be the smallest substance that cannot be sub-divided. The atoms take...

The microorganism is measured by the unit of metric system. The main advantage of this unit…

A comparison between the cell structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms are given below:...

A metabolism is defined as the sum of all chemical reactions that occur within the living…

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Laboratory Manual for Anatomy and Physiology, 6e Loose-Leaf Print Companion

Author:Connie Allen, Valerie Harper

9781119304142

1. Cranial: Pertaining to the portion of the skull surrounding the brain. 2. Facial: Pertaining…

WILEY

The major organs of the organ system and its function is given as follows: Cardiovascular system:...

Two hands are to be used to transport the microscope. One hand should hold the arm and the other...

The interphase is the longest part of the cell cycle. During this phase the cell grow and…

Pictorial representation: In a solution, when the concentrations of the solute outside the cell…

SEELEY'S ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (a) deals with the processes or function…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (e) atom. An atom is the smallest…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (a) phospholipids, cholesterol,…

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (e) 2,3,4,5. The epithelial tissue plays an important...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (d) stratum lucidum. The stratum lucidum…

Genetics: A Conceptual Approach

Author:Benjamin A. Pierce

9781319050962

Justify reason for the correct statement: All living organisms acquire similar genetic systems,…

In Hopis, the type of albinism is oculocutaneous albinism which affects skin and eyes only. This...

Actively dividing eukaryote cells pass through a series of stages collectively called as the cell...

Sister chromatid is also known as one half of the chromosome which is duplicated. Dyad is a term...

In meiosis I, anaphase I stage includes two homologous chromosomes having centromere which is the...

Author:Douglas Futuyma, Mark Kirkpatrick

Evolution is defined as the changes that take place in an organism over a course of time. It is a...

SINAUER

Deoxyribonucleic acid consists of four nucleotides, these are: adenine (A), thymine (T), guanine...

Evolution is a process which results in some heritable changes in the population. These changes…

The given DNA sequences are as follows:...

The absolute fitness determines the change in abundance of any genotype. If the egg-to-adult...

Concepts of Genetics (12th Edition)

Author:William S. Klug, Michael R. Cummings, Charlotte A. Spencer, Michael A. Palladino, Darrell Killian

9780134604718

Gregor Mendel conducted experiments for many years using pea plants. Mendel analyzed his results...

With the initial appearance of the feature we call Now Solve This, a short introduction is in…

Pigeons may exhibit a checkered or plain color pattern. In a series of controlled matings, the…

In the guinea pig, one locus involved in the control of coat color may be occupied by any of four…

In a family with one autistic child the risk for another affected child is approximately 25…

The effect of reducing the constant factor for the geometric progression will result in an…

The basicity of the solution depends upon the ion concentration of H+ ions and OH- ions. Every…

Reason for the correct statement: A polymer is a long molecule that is formed by the bonding…

A cell is the smallest part that can be visible only under the microscope. A structure of a cell...

The fluid mosaic model describes the structure of cell membrane. In fluid mosaic model, a…

Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

Author:Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew

9780134396026

Explanation: The learning outcome employs various strategy such as using key verbs that are used…

Explanation: The matter is made up of the most stable and smallest units. The uniqueness of each…

Explanation: The basic functions of the cell membranes include: The formation of a boundary...

Define histology.

Explanation: The four layers of epidermis are as described as follows: 1) Stratum corneum. 2)...

Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Figure 1.8 Which of the following statements is false? A. Tissues exist within organs which exist…

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Figure 2.3 How many neutrons do (K) potassium-39 and potassium-40 have, respectively?

Figure 3.7 What structures does a plant cell have that an animal cell does not have? What…

Figure 4.6 Look at each of the processes shown and decide if it is endergonic or exergonic.

Figure 5.7 On a hot, dry day, plants close their stomata to conserve Water. What impact will this…

Author:Sylvia Mader, Michael Windelspecht

Correct answer: The entire living organisms do not care for their offspring. Therefore, option…

The EPA (Environmental protection agency) data graphs the amount of acid rain received in USA…

The saturated fats are also called non-trans fats. The major differences between trans and…

Correct answer: The surface-area-to-volume ratio defines the size of a cell. Therefore, option…

The signaling molecules present in the body helps a cell to respond to the changing external...

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The biological science includes study of the organisms (living) and the environment in which they...

Reasons for the correct statement: In an element, all the atoms of the nucleus possess same…

Reasons for the correct statement: The surface area to volume ratio increases, when there is...

Reason for the correct statement: The level of organization leads to the formation of tissues…

Reason for the correct statement: The cardiovascular system is involved in the circulation of…

Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections (9th Edition)

Author:Martha R. Taylor, Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Kelly A. Hogan, Jane B. Reece

9780134296012

(a) Correct answer: Life The term “biology” is defined as the branch of science that studies life...

(a) Correct answer: Protons Explanation: Proton is present in the nucleus of the atom and has...

Explanation: a. Correct answer: Glucose Explanation: Glucose is the raw material from which cell...

Pictorial representation: Fig. 1 shows various structural organelles of an animal cell. Fig. 1:...

Explanation: (a) Correct answer: Active transport Explanation: Active transport is an...

Biology Now with Physiology (Second Edition)

Author:Anne Houtman, Megan Scudellari, Cindy Malone

9780393631791

Justify reasons for the correct statement: A living organism must possess the following...

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: During the evaluation of a scientific claim, high...

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: The atomic number or proton number is denoted as a...

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Gene is the hereditary material composed of…

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Metabolic pathways include number of chemical…

Reason for correct answer: The conference named “Vision and Change” includes five major…

Reason for correct answer: The nucleus of the atom is formed by the “neutrons and protons”. These...

Reason for correct answer: Certain types of molecules were identified in all forms of life on…

Reason for correct answer: The three parts of cell theory are as follows: Cells give rise to all...

Reason for correct answer: The membrane is made up of a bilayer of phospholipids. It can be...

Campbell Essential Biology with Physiology (6th Edition)

Author:Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Jane B. Reece

9780134711751

Reason for the correct statement: Life on Earth started as a single cell. Over a period of…

Explanation: An ion is a charged particle formed by the atoms to attain stability. Atoms can…

Explanation: The molecules possess different shapes and so, their structures are very important.…

Reasons for the correct statement: All the cells have the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) as the…

Explanation: When an individual is climbing a stairway the stored chemical energy from the food…

Prescott's Microbiology

Author:WILLEY, Sandman, Wood

9781260211887

The characteristics of eukaryotic cells that distinguish from other cell types are as follows:...

McGraw Hill

A microscope is an instrument used to see objects that cannot be seen by the naked eye. The use of…

The SSU-rRNA is the smallest RNA constituents present in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes. The...

The bacterial cells composed of a peptidoglycan layer, which is an outer layer present outside…

The three domains of life are categorized into eukaryotes, eubacteria, and archaea. The eukayotes...

Manual of Structural Kinesiology

20th edition

Author:R .T. Floyd, Clem W. Thompson

9781259870439

BlanksAnswer1t. palmar2ii. volar3a. anterior4dd. superior5v. posterior6i. cephalic7n. inferior8h....

Muscle nameDistinctive characteristic for which it is namedAdductor magnusSize and actionBiceps...

Lever classExampleForceAxisResistanceAdvantage provided1stCarrying a glass of water in one...

a. adduction: The opposing movement that brings the limb across the midline or toward the body.…

a. Abduction: Abduction in the shoulder joint is defined as the humerus’ upward lateral movement…

Molecular Cell Biology

Author:Harvey Lodish, Arnold Berk, Chris A. Kaiser, Monty Krieger, Anthony Bretscher, Hidde Ploegh, Angelika Amon, Kelsey C. Martin

9781464183393

One of the most important biological process which is the covalent bond consumes much of energy…

Primary: The primary structure of the protein is referred to the linear sequence of the amino…

The electron microscopy is used to visualize the ultrastructure of the cells. It gives a…

In the year 1953, two scientists made the biggest contribution in the field of molecular biology.…

A recessive phenotype has to be present on both the alleles to be expressed and the chance of a...

Author:Kelly A. Young, James A. Wise, Peter DeSaix, Dean H. Kruse, Brandon Poe, Eddie Johnson, Jody E. Johnson, Oksana Korol, J. Gordon Betts, Mark Womble

View this animation (http://openstaxcollege.org/l/metabolic) to learn more about metabolic…

OpenStax College

Visit this website (http://openstaxcollege.org/l/ptable) to view the periodic table. In the…

Visit this link (http://openstaxcollege.org/l/diffusion) to see diffusion and how it is propelled…

View this slideshow (http://openstaxcollege.org/l/stemcells) to learn more about stem cells. How do…

The skin consists of two layers and a closely associated layer. View this animation…

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Biology: How Life Works

Author:James Morris, Daniel Hartl, Andrew Knoll, Melissa Michael, Robert Lue, Andrew Berry, Andrew Biewener, Brian Farrell, N. Michele Holbrook

9781319017637

Macmillan Higher Education

Explanation: The activities of humans affected the life on earth in the following ways: (i) The...

The DNA and RNA are the vital parts of living organisms. The nucleotides form the major structure…

The three mechanisms that are involved in the processing of RNA in eukaryotes are capping,...

The ways by which protein acquires new function in the course of evolution are: 1. The…

Mitochondria provide energy to the cell by converting the chemical compounds such as sugars into…

Genetics: Analysis and Principles

Author:Robert J. Brooker Professor Dr.

9781259616020

Genetic technologies use modern technology to study the gene sequence and retrieve related...

The theory of blending inheritance is a superseded theory which states that when a character is...

Binary fission is the method of asexual reproduction in prokaryotes, through which new organisms…

The differences between dominance, co-dominance, overdominance, and incomplete dominance is given…

The analysis of alteration in the chromosome or a gene resulting in the changes in the expression…

Becker's World of the Cell (9th Edition)

Author:Jeff Hardin, Gregory Paul Bertoni

9780321934925

The evidence leading to the development of the basic principles of the cell theory are stated…

Different properties associated with carbon atom make is suitable as a structural basis for…

The formation of crystals of proteins is a very crucial step for imaging of proteins by X-ray...

According to the central dogma, the information is transcribed from DNA to RNA and then it is...

Phototrophs are organisms which derive their energy directly from the sun. They have pigments…

BIOLOGY:THE ESSENTIALS (LL) W/CONNECT

Reason for correct answer: Option c. is given as “A molecule.” Atoms bond together to form...

Reason for correct answer: Option a. is given as “0; 1; 1.” An atomic number of a hydrogen atom…

Reason for correct answer: Option d. is given as,“membranous organelles.” The members domain...

Reason for correct answer: Option b. is given as “A molecule of glucose.” During the process of...

Reason for correct answer: Option c. is given as,“The sun.” The sun provides energy-rich…

Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach (3rd Edition)

Author:Mark F. Sanders, John L. Bowman

9780134605173

The genetic information present in DNA is organised in a large number of specific coded…

1. Compare and contrast the following terms: a. dominant and recessive b. genotype and phenotype…

Examine the following diagrams of cells from an organism with diploid number 2n = 6, and identify…

1. Define and distinguish incomplete penetrance and variable expressivity.

For parts a, b, and c, draw a diagram illustrating the alleleson homologous chromosomes for the…

Evolutionary Analysis (5th Edition)

Author:Jon C. Herron, Scott Freeman

9780321616678

The statement of the Pope is “cannot be overcome by distribution of condoms. On the contrary,…

The kinds of evidence for evolution that are analyzed are grouped into 5 categories and are given…

Generally, in everyday life, the term adaptation indicates modifications of a specific individual...

Pictorial representation: Fig.1 represents the evolutionary tree of mammals. Fig.1: Phylogeny of...

CriteriaGenetic variationEnvironmental variationGenotype-by-environment interactionDefinitionThe...

Campbell Essential Biology (7th Edition)

7th edition

Author:Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Jane B. Reece

9780134765037

Reason for the correct statement: Life on Earth started as a single cell. Over a period of…

An ion is a charged particle formed by the atoms to attain stability. Atoms can either form a...

One isomer of methamphetamine is the addictive illegal drug known as crank. Another isomer is a…

Reasons for the correct statement: All the cells have deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) as the genetic...

Explanation: When an individual is climbing a stairway the stored chemical energy from the food…

Biology: Science for Life with Physiology (6th Edition) (Belk, Border & Maier, The Biology: Science…

Author:Colleen Belk, Virginia Borden Maier

9780134555430

An experimental group can be defined as the group which performs an experiment which receives the...

Biomolecules are the macromolecules which are formed of small molecules such as primary…

Basic functions of nutrients are to help in the proper functioning of the body and keeping the…

Induced fit model or theory is modification of the lock and key hypothesis. In lock and key...

Photosynthesis can be broken down into two steps - light reaction and light-independent reaction....

Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)

Author:Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl

9780134261928

Louis Pasteur defeated the spontaneous generation theory by swan necked experiment. He strongly...

Surface area to cell volume (S/V) ratio: Surface area = 4πr2Volume = 43πr3Therefore, SurfaceVolume…

The electron transport chain consists of carriers of protons and electrons, which facilitate…

The Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterial genome contains 2220 Kbp or 2,220,000 bp. Each base pair size…

The generation time (g) and instantaneous growth rate constant (k) for the given growth…

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Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science (12th Edition)

Author:Saferstein, Richard

9780134477596

The broadest definition of forensic science is that it is the application of scientific knowledge…

All the objects at the crime scene, which helps to establish that either the crime has happened…

The purpose of identification is to determine the physical or chemical entity of any substance.…

The crime-scene reconstruction method is used to support a sequence of an event at the crime…

A coroner does not necessarily possess a medical degree and is an elected official. A medical...

Study Guide for Campbell Biology

Author:Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock

9780134443775

Biosphere: Various ecosystems present on the Earth collectively form a biosphere. Ecosystems: All...

Chemical elements are represented as symbols. In general, first one or two letters of element’s…

Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom in a molecule to attract electrons shared in a…

Organic molecules were synthesized from inorganic molecules in the classic experiment of by two...

Dehydration reaction is the universal process required for building polymers. The linking process…

Biology (MindTap Course List)

Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

9781337392938

Reason for correct answer: The biological organization of organisms starts from atoms that are…

Reason for the correct answer: Electronegativity is a chemical property that describes the…

Reasons for the correct answer: Option (d) is given as “it can bond to atoms of a large number of...

Reason for the correct answer: The plasma membrane, also called selectively permeable membrane,…

Reason for the correct answer: Transmembrane proteins are much larger than the lipids molecule,...

Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)

Author:Michael D. Johnson

9780134042435

As per a paper published in ‘The Lancet,’ vaccination in early age claimed to cause autism. This...

Explanation: The food and drug administration (FDA) department of U.S. is responsible to regulate...

Explanation: Stem cells can be utilized in various fields of research. It can be used to study...

The retrospective study investigates the effect of an exposure factor in a group of individuals…

Different tissues of a dead body are very useful in the medical field for treating various…

Biological Science (6th Edition)

Author:Scott Freeman, Kim Quillin, Lizabeth Allison, Michael Black, Emily Taylor, Greg Podgorski, Jeff Carmichael

9780321976499

Explanation/Justification for the correct answer: Option (d) is given as invention of the…

Explanation/Justification for the correct answer: Option (b) is given that the bond is formed by…

Explanation/Justification for the correct answer: Option (d) is given as a carboxyl group along…

Explanation/Justification for the correct answer: Option (c) is given that A, C, G, and U are the...

Explanation: The monosaccharides differ from each other in three ways: The monosaccharides differ…

Microbiology Fundamentals: A Clinical Approach

Author:Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor, Heidi Smith

9781259709227

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: Viruses are the acellular entities that are...

Justify reasons for the correct statement: All the microorganisms present on the planet are not...

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: Archaea contains single and circular chromosomes....

Justify the reason for the correct statement: The bacteria, archaea,and eukaryotes all have…

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: Viruses infect the cell and have the ability to...

Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective

Author:Denise G. Anderson Lecturer, Sarah Salm, Deborah Allen

9781259709999

The idea of spontaneous generation was challenged by many scientists. In 1861, Louis Pasteur...

Atom Molecule Compound An atom refers to a single nucleus and is surrounded by a minimum of one...

Resolving Power can be defined as the ability to distinguish between two points lying close to…

The formation of biofilms begins when free-floating cellsmove to a surface and attach....

Various measures including physical, chemical, or a combination of both are employed to control…

Stern's Introductory Plant Biology

Author:James Bidlack, Shelley Jansky, Kingsley R Stern

9781259682742

Humans have shown their impact on the environment in several ways. 1. Decreased water quality:…

There are certain characteristics of the living organisms, which cannot be performed by non…

The electron microscopy is used to visualize the ultrastructure of the cells. It gives a…

Meristems are undifferentiated cells present in the plants at those locations where the growth...

A root (tiny root also) is a multicellular tissue. In this, the cells are organized in…

Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (5th Edition)

Author:Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.

9780134477206

Antonie van Leeuwenhoek improved the world of science forever by creating his simple microscope.…

An atom is composed of nucleus and orbitals. The nucleus consists of protons and neutrons.…

The mycoplasma is a non-motile intracellular parasite. Though they lack flagellum, they retain…

It is difficult to measure the microbes even with smaller units such as inches. In order to work...

Maximum ATP is produced by cellular respiration, which is done by oxidative phosphorylation.…

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Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

9781337408332

The peacock butterfly predator defense experiment is a controlled experiment because it has both...

As given in the problem statement, various industries besides coal-fired power plants contribute…

In the experiment, the amount of LDL was checked in three groups of main dietary fats: cis fatty...

Refer to Fig. 4.19, “How eukaryotic flagella and cilia move” in the textbook. Flagella and…

The isolated bacteria Ferroplasma acidarmanus grow well at acidic environment (pH zero) of copper...

Vander's Human Physiology

Author:WIDMAIER, Eric P., Vander, Arthur J.

9781259903885

Water is the essential element of the human body that accounts for 60% of the total body weight....

Mcgraw-hill Education,

A water molecule is shaped like a ‘V’ and consists of an oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms. In...

The intracellular fluid compartment includes the overall water molecule that is present in both...

Glucose diffusion between two compartments of equal volume is divided by a barrier that is…

Binding ability of the messenger and receptor is determined by their specificity in structures.…

Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (12th Edition) (What's New in Microbiology)

Author:Ted R. Johnson, Christine L. Case

9780134605203

A light microscope uses two lenses, objective and condenser lenses, for magnifying the sample…

Mounting media is generally used for embedding and highlight the specimen during mounting. A good...

A petri dish is a transparent dish that is shallow and lidded. It is commonly used for culturing...

Bacteria can also move with the help of different appendages present on its cell surface. It can...

Staining is a method that provides variance to the microscopic image for enhanced vision under…

What Is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology

Since two products are being tested for their claims, two experiments need to be conducted. In…

Atoms are made of the positively charged protons, neutral neutrons and negatively charged…

The carbon-hydrogen bonds in carbohydrates break readily. The molecule breaks down into simpler...

Cells are what make up all forms of life in the world. They are the smallest unit of life that…

Fossil fuels have formed from the remains of plankton, plants and animals that died millions of...

Life: The Science of Biology

Author:David E. Sadava, David M. Hillis, H. Craig Heller, Sally D. Hacker

9781319010164

Explanation: The experiment involved the exposure of antibiotic to the bacteria, by two ways one...

Explanation: The acetoacetic acid dissociates into the acetoacetate (CH3−CO−CH2−COO−) and the...

Explanation: Insulin is an enzyme, which helps to lower the blood glucose level by storing it in…

Each purine is bonded to a pyrimidine with the help of hydrogen bonds. The adenine is bonded to...

Explanation: The graph of fluorescence intensity against time for the protein that is present in…

Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy

Author:Lynn S. Lippert PT MS

9780803658233

The sternum is also known as the breastbone. It is a long flat bone present in the center part of...

F.A. Davis Company

Difference between the axial and appendicular skeleton is listed below: CriteriaAxial...

The joint that allows little or no motion is termed as a fibrous joint. Fibrous joints are the...

The shoulder flexion and extension are an osteokinematic type of motion. This is because the...

Insertion is the name that is used to describe the distal attachment. Insertion does move toward…

Foundations in Microbiology

Author:Kathleen Park Talaro, Barry Chess Instructor

9781259705212

Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (MindTap Course List)

Author:Cecie Starr, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

9781305117396

An order is a taxonomic rank that is used for classifying organisms. Order is more specific when...

The given shell model consists of about eight atoms namely helium, neon, hydrogen, oxygen,…

In the given image, the rough endoplasmic reticulum is prominent to the upper right in the...

The first law of thermodynamics explains the energy inputs and energy outputs in the chemical...

The researcher D and his colleagues studied for 10 years and compared the net energy output of...

Microbiology: A Laboratory Manual, Loose Leaf Edition (12th Edition)

Author:James G. Cappuccino, Chad T. Welsh

9780135188996

The lab technicians in microbiology labs play various roles such as handling the samples,…

The body tube is present just above the stage of the microscope and attached to its arm. It…

In the case study, the physician examines that the patient has deep laceration to the left…

The minerals and nutrients present in the sulfur hot spring that is required for the maximum...

Eosin Methylene Blue (EMB) agar medium is generally used for the examination of E. coli. This…

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Introduction to Kinesiology 5th Edition With Web Study Guide: Studying Physical Activity

The differences between movement and physical activity are as follows: No.CharacteristicsPhysical...

Activities of daily living (ADLs) include improvising personal behavior such as getting dressed,...

The unique characteristics of human physical activity are as follows: Intelligence-based physical...

The main goal of the philosophical study of physical activity is to understand the nature of…

The two main goals of the physical activity history are as follows: To identify and describe the...

Microbiology: A Systems Approach

Author:Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor

9781259706615

Justify reasons for the correct statement: The fruiting body of a fungus that bears spores is…

Justify the reason for the correct statement: As the atom is the smallest unit of matter and it...

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Justify the reasons for the correct statement: The protozoan is the term given to single-celled...

Microbiology: An Introduction

Author:Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case

9780321929150

Review 1. How did the idea of spontaneous generation come about?

A chemical element is a material which cannot be decomposed into simpler substance using…

Explanation 1. One micro-meter = 10-6meters 2. One nano-meter = 10-9 meters 3. One micro-meter =...

Pictorial representation: Based on the flagella arrangements, the organisms are classified into...

The given diagram is the Calvin-Benson cycle. In this cycle, three molecules of carbon dioxide…

Author:Sylvia S. Mader Dr., Michael Windelspecht

The basic characteristics that define life are listed below: Sensing the changes in the…

Living things (a biotic component of the ecosystem) may be broadly divided into two groups…

Eukaryotic cells comprise of membrane-bound organelles like the nucleus, while prokaryotic cells…

Phospholipids are an ideal molecule for the plasma membrane because of the presence of many...

The DNA is the main component of the cells, which determines all the characteristics. It is the...

Principles of Biology

Author:Robert Brooker, Eric P. Widmaier Dr., Linda Graham Dr. Ph.D., Peter Stiling Dr. Ph.D.

9781259875120

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (d) homeostasis. It the ability of an...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (b) protons and neutrons. The protons…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (d) a carbon atom. Organic compounds are...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (d) all of the above.The cell theory…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (c) Biological membranes are bilayers of...

Biology: Concepts and Investigations

Author:Mariëlle Hoefnagels Dr.

9780078024207

Reasons for the correct statement: The cells present inside the human body form molecules. These...

Reason for correct statement: Hydrogen atom has one proton and one electron present in it. It…

Reason for the correct statement: The cell wall is not observed in all the cells. It is found in…

Reason for the correct statement: A molecule of glucose can undergo both the glycolysis and the...

Reason for the correct statement: The sun provides the light energy that is trapped by the...

Human Anatomy (9th Edition)

Author:Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch, Judi L. Nath

9780134320762

The supine position refers to a position wherein an individual lies horizontally with the face…

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (c) is given as esophagus, trachea, and thymus....

The ribosomes are considered as intracellular factories, which consist of large and small…

The actin and myosin filaments are thin and thick filaments, respectively, which slide past each...

The subcutaneous layer is made up of connective tissue and fat and it contains macrophages,...

Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach

Author:Barbara A. Gylys MEd CMA-A (AAMA), Mary Ellen Wedding MEd MT(ASCP) CMA (AAMA) CPC (AAPC)

9780803658677

A “word root” is referred to as the foundation of a “medical term” and the word root contains the...

F.A. Davis Company

The surgical suffixes explain a type of invasive procedures that are performed on the body part....

The prefix inter- is a prefix of position. Prefixes of position indicates a location or place....

The abdominal cavity and the pelvic cavity constitute the abdominopelvic cavity. It is a body…

Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer. These cancers can grow when unrepaired damage of DNA…

Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)

Author:Dee Unglaub Silverthorn

9780134605197

Physiology can be defined as the branch of science that is associated with the physical…

Electron – (c). negatively charged and (e). adding or losing these makes an atom into an ion....

Cells form the structural and functional part of the human body. The human body can be separated...

In a biological system, work can be in three forms, which are as follows: Chemical work: The...

The name of an enzyme provides important clues about the type of reaction the enzyme catalyzes.…

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Developmental Biology

Author:Scott F. Gilbert, Michael J. F. Barresi

9781605354705

Sinauer Associates is an imprint of Oxford University Press

J.R. Whittaker in 1973 conducted an experiment on the cytoplasmic segregation of tissue…

The transcription factors can combine with an enhancer, and the particular combination of...

Scientist Steinberg proposed the differential adhesion hypothesis (DAH), postulating that each…

“Stem cellness” is not a property identified in any cell. Stem cell has ability to differentiate…

After the fusion of egg and sperm, a soluble substance (probably NAADP: Nicotinic acid adenine...

Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology

13th edition

Author:David N. Shier Dr., Jackie L. Butler, Ricki Lewis Dr.

9781259277368

The study of the human body can be overwhelming. The terms used to describe all the body parts…

From the evolution of modern humans, there is always been a quest and curiosity about the...

Chemistry is the branch of science that deals with the matter’s composition, properties, and...

Reason for the correct answer: A cell is a basic functional, structural, and biological unit of…

The functions of cellular metabolism are as follows: It converts the nutrients obtained from the...

LooseLeaf for Human Anatomy

Author:Michael McKinley Dr., Valerie O'Loughlin, Elizabeth Pennefather-O'Brien

9781259285271

The dissection and comparison of a human body with animal bodies is the earliest research method...

The transmission electron microscope provides greater magnification and resolution than the light...

Differences between meiosis and mitosis are as follows: No. Characteristics. Mitosis. Meiosis. 1....

The basement membrane is the extracellular covering of the tissues. It separates the lining of...

The integument is composed of two layers. These are: Epidermis: The uppermost layer of the...

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

Reason for correct answer: Option a. is given as “Atoms.” The basic level of organization…

Reason for correct answer: Option a. is given as “hydrogen.” Atoms are defined as the basic units…

Reason for correct answer: Option c. is given as “carbon and hydrogen.” Carbon atoms can assemble…

Reason for correct answer: Option c. is given as “cytoplasm, DNA, and a plasma membrane.” Every…

Reason for correct answer: Option b. is given as “Energy cannot change from one form to another.”...

Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology

7th edition

Author:Des Jardins, Terry.

9781337794909

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (a) is stratified squamous epithelium. The interior...

Cengage Learning,

Justification/ Explanation for the correct answer: Option (a) is given 0.1L/cm H2O. Lung…

Justification for the correct answer: Option (d) is given as ERV. This option is correct as the...

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (C) is 304 mm Hg. The atmospheric pressure in the…

Justification for the correct answer: Option (D) states that neutrophils (1), eosinophils (3),…

Author:George B Johnson Professor

Independent variables are the changes that are changed deliberately by the researcher in an...

Small seed-eating rodents are dependent variables in these experiments because their population…

There are two types of variables that are plotted in a graph, the dependent and independent...

The given graph shows the effect of pH on the hemoglobin-oxygen binding. Oxygen level represents…

The dependent variable in the graph is ubiquitin. The process of cellular content degradation is…

Essentials of Biology (5th International Edition)

Author:Sylvia S. Mader, Dr., Michael Windelspecht

9781259660269

There are 7 characteristics unique to the living things. These features of life are absent in the...

Mcgraw-Hill

For a life form there are several characteristic features that includes the following The life…

The cholesterol is a fat like waxy compound present in all the cells of the human body.…

The differences between the prokaryotic bacterial cells and the eukaryotic stem cells are listed...

The transport proteins are of two types- Carrier proteins Channel proteins Transport proteins...

LooseLeaf Benson's Microbiological Applications Laboratory Manual-Concise Version

Author:Alfred E Brown Ph.D., Heidi Smith

9781259705236

The microscopes represent considerable investments; hence they should be handled with care. While...

The types of specimens for which the darkfield microscopy is preferred over brightfield…

Phase-contrast microscopy does not require cell staining. This is because cells’ movement and…

In an ocular micrometer, lines are separated by an arbitrary distance. However, the stage…

The microorganism is classified into eukaryotes and prokaryotes. Cyanobacteria, also termed as...

Anatomy is a branch of science that studies the structure of human, animals, and plants,…

The term cytology is defined as the study of the structure as well as the function of the cell....

Histology uses modern imaging techniques to examine and describe the tissues and structures…

In sexual reproduction, the formation of a new individual takes place through the fusion of the…

The skin, hair, nails and the glands associated with them called the cutaneous and the…

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Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

9781305073951

Reasons for the correct statement: Biologists view life in increasing levels of organization. The...

Reasons for the correct statements: Hydrogen is a lightest element in the periodic table with the...

Reason for correct answer: The living organisms are composed of several molecules. They are…

Explanation: Refer to Fig. 4.20, “How eukaryotic flagella and cilia move” in the textbook.…

Reasons for the correct answer: Energy can be converted from one form to another. During...

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

In the case as of the twin sisters Mary and Marcie, a person would suggest similar things that…

According to the given case, daughter M (a 6-year-old) is suffering from recurring bacterial lung...

The disease PKU is caused due to the abnormal metabolism of the amino acid phenylalanine which is...

Ms. S had a mutant allele for ovarian cancer and Mr. A had hypercholesterolemia allele. Both the...

The chances of Ms. S and Mr. T having a child with a cleft lip are not much evident because of…

Biology Science Notebook

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Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

9781305389892

Justification for the correct answer: Option (c) is “a cell.” This option is correct as the cell…

Justification for the correct answer: Option (d) is that it equals the number of electrons in an...

Justification for the correct answer: Option (a) is carboxyl. The group that contains a double…

Justification for the correct answer: Option (e) is plasma membrane. This is true as the plasma...

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (d) is given that thephospholipid bilayer is the fluid...

Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

9780134156415

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (c) is given as chemical, cellular, tissue, organ,…

Explanation for correct answer: The radiant energy is usually used in the lighting, heating,…

The cell is considered to be the smallest structural, functional, and biological unit of living...

Use the key to classify each of the following described tissue types into one of the four major…

Explanation for the correct answer: The epidermis is the outer layer of the body. The…

Microbiology With Diseases By Taxonomy (6th Edition)

Author:Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.

9780134832302

Due to advent of technology in the last 200 years, there was a large procurement of knowledge…

Plate tectonics are the lithospheric plates composed of continental and oceanic lithosphere.…

In abnormal cold winters, the Black Sea may sometimes freeze whereas the Adriatic Sea does not...

Algae are the group of organisms that are found on terrestrial areas and in aquatic and marine…

Tabular representation: The characteristics that distinguish between archaea, bacteria, and…

Biology Now (Second Edition)

Author:Anne Houtman, Megan Scudellari, Cindy Malone

9780393631807

Justify reasons for the correct statement: A living organism must possess the following...

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: During the evaluation of a scientific claim, high...

Justify the reasons for the correct statement: The number of protons in an atom’s nucleus is...

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Gene is the hereditary material composed of…

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Metabolic pathways include number of chemical…

Prescott's Microbiology

Author:Joanne Willey, Linda Sherwood Adjunt Professor Lecturer, Christopher J. Woolverton Professor

9781259281594

Rotifers are the microscopic aquatic animals that belong to the phylum Rotifera. Its size ranges...

In Gram staining, sample (bacterial cells) will be stained with crystal violet. They all will…

In a gram-positive bacterium, an assembly of flagellum needs the basal body, which is inserted…

The cell wall of archaea is made up of complex polysaccharides and proteins but lacks a...

The membrane of both bacteria and archaea maintains the structure of the organism. The membrane...

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Principles of Human Physiology (6th Edition)

Author:Cindy L. Stanfield

9780134169804

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: During childbirth, the uterus undergoes...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (b) phospholipid. Generally,…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Here in this reaction, glucose molecule is...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: The correct option (e) potassium ions and…

Explanation for the correct answer: The option (c) is eicosanoids. the arachidonic acid is…

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

9781305112100

The basic characteristics of life that living organisms exhibit are as follows: Cell is the basic...

Tabular representation: The following table shows the difference between an element, an atom, and…

Functions of plasma membrane: Plasma membrane, also called cell membrane is the semi-permeable...

The general characteristics of epithelium (epithelial tissue) are as follows: 1. Cellularity:...

The basic elements of bone tissue are as follows: • Bones are covered by a two-layered solid...

Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)

Author:John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski

9780393615098

Microorganisms are quite diverse and include bacteria, fungi, algae, and protozoa. Most...

The resolution power of the human eyes determines whether the nearby things and objects will be...

Bacteria are considered prokaryotes because they do not possess ribosomes, plasma membrane,...

Various nutrients required for the growth as well as development of the microbes are divided into...

The growth of various microorganisms or microbes is affected by the physical and chemical...

Essentials Of Anatomy & Physiology (8th Edition)

Author:Frederic H. Martini, Edwin F. Bartholomew

9780135203804

The basic functions of the living organisms are given as follows: Responsiveness: All the…

An atom is the smallest particle of an element. A particular element is made up of only one type…

The cell theory states that a cell is the basic structural unit among living organisms and cells...

The four basic types of tissues and their functions are listed as follows: Epithelial tissues:…

The epidermis is the outermost layer made up of five layers listed as follows: Stratum corneum:…

Essentials of Genetics (9th Edition) - Standalone book

Author:William S. Klug, Michael R. Cummings, Charlotte A. Spencer, Michael A. Palladino

9780134047799

Mendel conducted experiments using pea plants with variants such as variation in flower color,…

Given information: The chromosomal irregularities are not found when examined on or after 38 days…

The term genetic counselor is given to a person who helps to provide information on a genetic...

It can be inherited in the form of autosomal recessive trait or autosomal dominant trait. In...

Dogs have a total of 39 pairs of chromosomes with 38 pairs of autosomes that define the somatic...

Author:Evert, Ray F./

Macmillan Higher Education

Genetic code is a set of rules that translates the nucleotide sequence of DNA into the amino acid...

Name of the organic moleculeStructural subunitsPrincipal functionCarbohydratesSugarPrimary...

Prokaryotic cells are the primitive cells that are different from the eukaryotic cells in many...

Water potential (ψw) is defined as the free energy of water or tendency of water to move freely…

First law of thermodynamics: The first law of thermodynamics states that “energy cannot be…

Microbiology: A Laboratory Manual (11th Edition)

Author:James G. Cappuccino, Chad T. Welsh

9780134098630

The inoculating instrument used for inoculation is maybe of inoculation loop or inoculation…

The body tube is present just above the stage of the microscope and attached to its arm. It…

Proper care should be taken while preparing a smear for microscopic examination. The advantages…

The spectrophotometer is a monochromator instrument that uses a light beam to measure the…

Enzymes regulate all the biochemical reactions that happen in living cells. Most of these…

Author:Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon

Histology or microscopic anatomy includes the study of the structures that are only able to be...

Pearson Education, Inc.,

The three major regions of the cell are plasma membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus. The plasma…

Â Â The body plan is established during an embryonic period of prenatal period. The basic body…

A characteristic feature of epithelial cells is their polarization into apical and basal region...

Complex terms in biology are comprised of various basic words. The knowledge of the meaning of…

The Immune System, 4th Edition

The lymphoid tissues are divided into two types according to their functions. They are primary…

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (b) skin provides a larger surface area...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (b) Commensal organism. The commensal...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (c) paired V regions of a single heavy...

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (c) and option (e) are the features that...

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Author:Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Evolution involves genetic changes in a population…

Pearson,

Justify reason for the correct statement: Electrons play important role in interactions among…

Reason for the correct answer: Option c. is given as “contain covalent bonds”. A covalent bond is…

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Plasmids are the autonomously replicating,...

Justify reasons for the correct statement: The animal cells are enclosed by interstitial fluid…

Biology: Life on Earth (11th Edition)

Author:Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers

9780134168296

Justification for the correct answer: Option (b) is given that evolution is a theory that is...

Explanation for the correct answer: Option (d) is given that the electron shells increase in…

Explanation for the correct answer: Ionic bonds are formed by electrostatic interactions between...

Justification for the correct answer: Option (a) is given that only prokaryotes contain plasmids....

Justification for the correct answer: Option (c) is given that isotonic, interstitial fluid...

Microbiology: Principles and Explorations

Microbiology is the study of microorganisms. The main groups of organisms studied in microbiology...

A collection of all microbes that reside in all surfaces, including the body of a human, is called…

The number of protons (atomic number) in one atom of an element determines the identity of an…

The ability to visualize two items as separate as well as discrete units instead of viewing as a...

The viruses are neither prokaryotes nor eukaryotes. The viruses do not fit into either of these...

EBK VISUAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

PEARSON CUSTOM PUB.(CONSIGNMENT)

The term “plura” refers to the “lungs”. In humans, there exists a pair of lungs on either side of...

Reasons for the correct answer: Option c) is given as “11”. Peptides are short chains of amino…

Reason for the correct answer: Option b) is given as “Cells combine to form tissues”. The cell...

The hyaline cartilage provides stiffness although it is somewhat flexible. This cartilage also…

Epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin. It is made up of five layers namely stratum…

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Option (e) reproduction. All the cells in the…

The plasma membrane is a thin membranous structure that encloses each cell and is composed mostly…

The plasma membrane is a bilayer structure. The phospholipids monomer is made up of a hydrophilic...

The variations in the membrane potential generally influence the opening or closing of the...

CSF is present in the brain and spinal cord. It is formed in the choroid plexus areas of the…

Microbiology for Surgical Technologists (MindTap Course List)

Author:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

9781111306663

Numerous pioneers of microbiology have set forth various techniques and procedures in the field…

The resident flora usually does not cause any disease, but it is essential to suppress them…

Two culture tubes are required for the microbial analysis. One culture tube is used to identify…

The bacterial cells possess certain characteristics that make them cause infections or diseases…

Specialized cells are engaged in the immune system to isolate, attack, and remove the invaders.…

Fundamentals of Sectional Anatomy: An Imaging Approach

9781133960867

Author:Denise L. Lazo

Anatomy & Physiology: An Integrative Approach

Author:Michael McKinley Dr., Valerie O'Loughlin, Theresa Bidle

9780078024283

Reason for the correct statement: Option b. is given as “surface anatomy”. The Gross anatomy is…

Reason for the correct statement: Option c. is given as “isotopes”. The isotopes are the…

Reason for the correct statement: Option a. is given as “chemical energy to mechanical energy”....

Reason for the correct statement: Option c. is given as “replacing cells through cell division”....

Reason for the correct statement: Option d. is given as “bone connective tissue”. Bone connective...

Loose Leaf For Integrated Principles Of Zoology

18th edition

Author:Cleveland P Hickman Jr. Emeritus, Susan L. Keen, David J Eisenhour Professor PhD, Allan Larson, Helen I'Anson Associate Professor of Biology

9781260411140

The general features of life include chemical uniqueness, reproduction, complexity and…

Water consists of several unique properties. These properties play an essential role in the…

The differences between the principle of light microscope and electron microscope are described…

First law of thermodynamics: It states that in the universe, the energy level is constant, which...

Homologous chromosomes are paired chromosomes in a diploid organism. There are two sets of...

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Discover Biology (Sixth Core Edition)

Author:Anu Singh-Cundy, Gary Shin

9780393936735

Reason for the correct statement: Option a. is given as “an educated guess explaining an...

Reasons for the correct statement: Option a. is given as “all have the same number of electrons”....

Reason for the correct statement: In addition to the nucleus, the eukaryotic cell has various...

Reasons for the correct answer: The gens are the basic biological unit of heredity. It is a DNA…

Reasons for the correct statement: The first law of thermodynamics says that energy cannot be...

Laboratory Manual for Holes Human Anatomy & Physiology Fetal Pig Version

9781259295645

Author:Terry R. Martin

The combination of bones can determine the estimated height of the person. The long bone of the…

The description of regions included in the given sections is below: 1. Thoracic cavity: It is…

The atomic number of hydrogen is 1. The number of electrons present in the atom is equal to the...

Total magnification can be defined as the condition when the thing being viewed is magnified to…

Chromatin is the fine strands present in the nucleus that comprises of deoxyribonucleic (DNA) and...

Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance

Author:Scott K Powers, Edward T Howley

9781259870453

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the primary source of energy in most of the cells. The three…

The study of the function of tissues, organs, and their systems is called as physiology. Exercise...

Work is defined as the supply of energy to an object, resulting in its movement. The SI unit of…

Homeostasis is the process by which different physiological systems of the body coordinate to...

The functions of the cell membrane are as follows: It is a semipermeable barrier that basically...

Our Origins: Discovering Physical Anthropology (Fourth Edition)

Author:Clark Spencer Larsen

9780393614008

Reason for the correct answer: The physical or biological anthropology is the study of evolution…

Reason for the correct answer: Charles Darwin did not understand physical anthropology, that the...

Reason for the correct answer: The gametes are called sex cells, both the male and female gametes...

Correct answer: Option c. change allele frequency in a population. Reasons for the correct…

Reason for the correct answer: Today the racial categories are socially constructed boundaries....

Understanding Pathophysiology, 6e

Author:Sue E. Huether RN PhD, Kathryn L. McCance RN PhD

9780323354097

The cell can specialize only if the cell differentiates. During development, the cells are first...

Elsevier Science

A DNA molecule consists of two polynucleotide chains. It is a double helix structure. Each...

The inheritance which occurs without any alteration in the genetic sequences is known as...

The irreversible cellular injury refers to the cell death, which leads to nuclear changes as well…

Pictorial representation: The given Fig.1 shows the occurrence of edema due to increased…

Essential Cell Biology

Author:Keith Roberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander D Johnson, Martin Raff, Dennis Bray, Bruce Alberts, Julian Lewis, Peter Walter

9780815344544

In order to identify living things, biology books give several characteristics to identify them....

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Molecular weight of water is 18 g or 1 mole. It contains 6 × 1023 molecules in it. The volume of...

The above given Equation characterizes the chemical reaction of photosynthesis. Photosynthesis...

Urea is an organic compound generally used for protein denaturation. It has the ability to form...

Reason for the correct statement: A-T base pairs are connected by two hydrogen bonds whereas G-C...

Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance

Author:Scott K Powers, Edward T Howley

9780073523538

The study of the function of tissues, organs, and their systems is called as physiology. Exercise...

Work is defined as the supply of energy to an object, resulting in its movement. The SI unit of…

Homeostasis is the process by which different physiological systems of the body coordinate to...

The functions of the cell membrane are as follows: It is a semipermeable barrier that basically...

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the primary source of energy in most of the cells. The three…

Biology: Life on Earth

Author:Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers

9780321729712

Explanation: The provocatory action due to some activity occurring nearby is known as the…

Benjamin Cummings

Atom is the basic structural unit of the element. It cannot be further separated into simpler...

The monomer is a smallest and basic unit of a macromolecule. Its repeating units form a long…

Cell membranes are primarily composed of lipids and proteins. There are three major classes of...

Explanation: The phospholipid bilayer has many different proteins embedded in it. These proteins…

Author:Jacquelyn L. Banasik PhD ARNP

Pathophysiology is derived from two inter-related disciplines, pathology, and physiology. The…

Saunders

The process of regulation and maintenance of the body in a relatively stable condition with the...

The major structures of the cell and their functions are as follows: Plasma membrane: It protects...

The usual cellular responses to reversible injury are hydropic swelling and intracellular...

The genes are the basic unit of inheritance and are composed of DNA that is situated in the...

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Human Anatomy & Physiology (Marieb, Human Anatomy & Physiology) Standalone Book

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja Hoehn

9780321927040

The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,…

Explanation: The radiant energy is usually used in the lighting, heating, solar energy, and...

Explanation: The cell is considered to be the smallest structural, functional, and biological…

The connective tissues are important in providing protection and support to the body. They are...

The epidermis is the outer layer of the body. The keratinocytes are the cells that make up the...

Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy (5th Edition)

Author:Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.

9780134019192

Justify reason for the correct statement: Bacteria are prokaryotic organism that lacks cell…

Each proton that is present in the nucleus of atom carries positive charge and neutron carries no...

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Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function (Standalone Book)

7th edition

Author:Kenneth S. Saladin Dr.

9780073403717

Justify reasons for the correct statement: Gross anatomy means that the study of organs cross...

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Justify reasons for the correct statement: A single gene produces numerous phenotypic traits and…

Author:Marieb, Elaine N.

Although both physiology and anatomy are different subjects of biology, they are complementary to...

Pearson College Div

The resources that are utilized containsome form of energy. The energy present within the bond of...

Cell research, since the late 1800s, has provided the four wide concepts that are collectively...

A microscope is used to study the structure of tissues. Before that, the tissue specimen needs to…

The five layers present between the superficial skin surface and the dermis are as follows:…

Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)

Author:Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers

9780133923001

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Explanation: Phospholipids are present in the membrane along with the other membrane proteins…

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Justify reasons for the correct statement: The animal cells are enclosed by interstitial fluid…

Author:Benjamin A. Pierce

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MAC HIGHER

In Hopis, the type of albinism is oculocutaneous albinism which affects skin and eyes only. This...

Actively dividing eukaryote cells pass through a series of stages collectively called as the cell...

In meiosis I, anaphase I stage includes two homologous chromosomes having centromere which is the...

Pictorial representation: Fig.1: Anaphase I Anaphase I comes after metaphase I in meiosis. In...

EBK ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

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The cell membrane is composed of phospholipids bilayer that has two layers of phospholipid and…

The skeletal muscles along with the connective tissues like tendons, aponeurosis and so on help…

The inflammatory response is accompanied by five cardinal signs of inflammation that include…

Chronic heart failure is the condition in which the body of an individual cannot pump sufficient...

The Human Genome Project was the international project started in 1990, which involved the...

MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION

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Reason for the correct statement: The cell theory includes three principles: all the living...

Reason for the correct statement The fluid mosaic model explains that proteins are embedded…

Author:Mader, Sylvia S./

In case there is radiation detection to be arranged, it is often a direct wipe that is always...

McGraw-Hill College

Living things (a biotic component of the ecosystem) may be broadly divided into two groups…

Eukaryotic cells comprise of membrane-bound organelles like the nucleus, while prokaryotic cells…

Phospholipids are an ideal molecule for the plasma membrane because of the presence of many...

The DNA is the main component of the cells, which determines all the characteristics. It is the...

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Microbiology: An Introduction

Author:Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case

9780321733603

Review 1. How did the idea of spontaneous generation come about?

Benjamin Cummings

A chemical element is a material which cannot be decomposed into simpler substance using…

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Pictorial representation: Based on the flagella arrangements, the organisms are classified into...

The given diagram is the Calvin-Benson cycle. In this cycle, three molecules of carbon dioxide…

Campbell Biology (10th Edition)

Author:Jane B. Reece, Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Robert B. Jackson

9780321775658

Evolution explains the most basic things related to life. It gives a logical explanation that all...

Calcium and phosphorus are important components of bone and teeth. The body requires higher...

Explanation: Water (H2O) consists of an oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms. Hydrogen and oxygen...

Miller synthesized many organic compounds in his abiotic experiment by simulating the chemical…

Carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids are large biopolymers that have different monomer…

Visual Essentials of Anatomy &Physiology

1st edition

9780321780775

Author:Martini, Frederic

Homeostasis is defined as the process in which the body maintains the internal environment in an...

Prentice Hall

The chemical bonds are the force of attraction that enables the formation of atoms, ions, and...

Initially, solution A must have more solutes when compared to that of solution B. As a result,…

The two major layers of the dermis are the papillary layer and reticular layer. The papillary…

Osteocytes are the cells accountable for the turn-over and maintenance of the bone’s mineral...

Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Plus Mastering A&P with eText - Access Card Package (10th…

Author:Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew

9780321908599

Explanation: Anatomy is considered as the oldest medical science. The drawings found in the Egypt...

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Explanation: The basic functions of the cell membranes include: The formation of a boundary...

Define histology.

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Biology: Science for Life with Physiology (5th Edition)

Author:Colleen Belk, Virginia Borden Maier

9780321922212

During any experiment, the placebo is used as a substance, which have 0 value of the experimental...

Biomolecules are the macromolecules which are formed of small molecules such as primary…

Basic functions of nutrients are to help in the proper functioning of the body and keeping the…

The metabolism comprised of all type of reactions taking place in the body of the organism. These...

It is a process seen in plants, in which light energy is converted into chemical energy. When the...

Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)

Author:Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece

9780321962751

Reason for the correct statement: A campus consists of a many different types of populations. The...

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In what way do the membranes of a eukaryotic cell vary? A. Phospholipids are found only in certain…

Author:Peter Stiling, Robert Brooker, Linda Graham, Eric Widmaier

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Reason for correct answer: The nucleus of the atom is formed by the “neutrons and protons”. These...

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Introduction to Genetic Analysis

Author:Anthony J.F. Griffiths, Susan R. Wessler, Sean B. Carroll, John Doebley

9781464109485

The cross made between the true-breeding white flower (rr) and first-generation hybrid(Rr) will...

When Mendel self crossed the yellow seeded pea plant, he observed that the yellow seeds and green...

a. The X2 17 are lies in the p 0.1, as clearly seen in table 3-1 in page number 36 of chapter 3.…

Biology: How Life Works - Standalone book

Author:James Morris, Daniel Hartl, Andrew Knoll, Robert Lue, Melissa Michael, Andrew Berry, Andrew Biewener, Brian Farrell, N. Michele Holbrook

9781464126093