In mice, an allele for apricot eyes (a) is recessive to an allele for brown eyes (a+). At an independently assorting locus, an allele for tan (t) coat color is recessive to an allele for black (t+) coat color. A mouse that is homozygous for brown eyes and black coat […]

A killer alga has invaded waters off California. In June 2004, biologists recognized a Caulerpa taxifolia mutant as an alien invader in San Diego area. This alga normally grows in warm waters of Caribbean Sea, however it can survive colder waters of the Pacific Coast, and if not controlled, could […]

Animal products containing solid fats also contain dietary cholesterol. Saturated fats and trans fats tend to raise “bad” (LDL) cholesterol levels in the blood. Explain why LDL is considered a “bad” cholesterol. Explain the consequences of excess cholesterol in the bloodstream? Why is HDL considered a “good” cholesterol? How can […]

Please respond to the following questions. Some of these are also found in the “For Further Thought” sections of your textbook. In addition, you may need to conduct a quick internet search to support your responses. 1. In Rh disease of the newborn, maternal antibodies enter fetal circulation and destroy […]