In biology, a trait that arose in an ancestor and is passed along to its descendants is referred to as a

a) taxonomic group

b) physical similarity

c) molecular clock

d) derived character

fish are not able to regulate their body temperature by creating heat. how could a fish adjust its body temperature if it were too warm

How might the management of nonrenewable resources be different fron the management of renewable resources?

Which type of drug-induced hormonal imbalance is likely to be observed in the client undergoing treatment with demeclocycline? a. Acromegaly b. Diabetes mellitus c. Diabetes insipidus d. Cushing's syndrome

The binomial nomenclature system is based on which two taxa? a. class and genus b. family and species c. genus and species d. phylum and family

Explain the difference between self pollination and cross pollination

Why is a disease like osteoarthritis not considered an infectious disease?

What other word from this unit has a prefix homo and means to have two copies of the same allele

Kevin has been experiencing difficulty urinating now that he is over the age of 60. The doctor examines his prostate gland and finds no evidence of inflammation. Furthermore, Kevin's PSA test is normal. It is most likely that Kevin is suffering from

Which cells are more complex? (circle your answer) A. prokaryotic cells B. eukaryotic cells

Breathable air and drinkable water are