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Question 1: Echinoderms Describe the specialized structures and functions of echinoderms. Include in your answer: a. a description of the water vascular system b. a description of the aboral surface of a sea star (such as Pisaster) c. a description of the specialized feeding structures of echinoderms (such as sea […]

A well-kept secret is that the Philly Phanatic is really an F1 organism, the product of a homozygous dominant father and a homozygous recessive mother. The alleles of interest are: G= green fur, g=pink fur, H= horn-shaped snout, h=violin-shaped snout. Assume that these genes are unliked. a) If the Phanatic […]

Gene Technology carries with it socail and ethical implications-many of which engender personal views and discussion. Select one (1) of the following biotechnology topics to write about: Genetically modified crop plantsGenetically modififed microorganismsGenetically modified animalsPersonal genomics and/or personalized medicine for humansGene theraoy Write a four to six (4 to 6) […]

A) Many processes are involved in creating the “Resting membrane potential.”  Describe the ion and concentration “FORCES” / “PROCESSES” that are involved in determining the resting membrane potential. B)  Chambers A and B are separated by a membrane.  Chamber A contains 7.22 M KNO3 and chamber B contains 3.89 M KNO3.  If K+ is in equilibrium across the membrane, what is the electrical (potential) […]