Why is a mutation in a sex cell considered potentially more harmful than one in a body cell?

Cirrhosis leads to scarring and increased hydrostatic pressure in the hepatic portal vein. Explain why this increased venous pressure causes net filtration to increase in the hepatic capillaries, leading to ascites (swollen and fluid-filled

Besides plants what 2 other types of organisms experience plasmolysis

How do industrial processes affect the amount of fixed nitrogen in an ecosystem

How do mutations lead to variation? A. by signaling proteins to be synthesized B. by producing changes in the genetic code C. by giving organisms new features for survival D. by providing a source of energy for cells Reset Next

A strand of DNA in a skin cell contains the bases: A-T-G-C-C-A-T-C-G-G-T-A After the cell is exposed to ultraviolet light, the strand contains the bases: A-T-G-G-C-C-A-T-C-G-G-T-A Which statement describes the result of this exposure?

A nurse is caring for a client with hyperthyroidism. which laboratory test will be most beneficial in monitoring the effectiveness of drug therapy?

In X, the instructions on the DNA are copied and transcribed onto a molecule of Y RNA. Which terms correctly complete this statement? X: transcription Y: messenger X: translation Y: messenger X: transcription Y: transfer X: elongation Y: transfer

What is a characteristic of a Index Fossil

DNA encodes the information necessary to produce the proteins needed by your body. While this is true for humans, is it the case for other organisms? A) No, humans are the only species to use DNA.

Why is the symbol X avoided in algebra?