Each of the statements below is a hypothesis about why individuals of a particular kind of moth pull their forewings forward when poked. For each statement, label it (a) if it is a proximate hypothesis and (b) if it is an ultimate hypothesis. 1. The behavior is learned. 2. Wing […]

A X-linked gene in cats controls coat color. The X ^ B allele produces black, and the X ^ b allele produces yellow. When heterozygous ( X ^B X^b), the coat color is calico. If a yellow female cat has one yellow kitten and three calico kittens, a/ what is […]

Assignment: Bioethical Issues Essay Bioethical Issues – In the 3 chapters covered in Week 4 of General Biology, we have learned about how science interacts with our daily lives. Below is a list of Bioethical Issues based on topics/ideas discussed during Week 4. Research one of the Bioethical issues below […]

Xenobiotic shown below is a pesticide commonly used in developing countries, but is largely banned in the United States because of its potent neurotoxic effects. To mediate these neurotoxic effects, the pesticide must be able to cross the blood brain barrier. Inspection of the chemical/physiochemical properties of the pesticide suggest […]