Biology

What will happen if a drug stops protein synthesis in a bacterial cell

The question doesnt say what drug or part of the synthesis it stops. So.. in general.. what does it do I guess is what question is asking.-Protein synthesis is one of the most important functions in a

Why does the cell need Na+/Ka+ (Sodium potassium pump)

I couldnt find much in my notes or the power point about it. But I googled it and came with like.. it had to do with maintaining balance or something.-The Na+/K+ pump is extremely important in many ce

What is recombination and how does it work

Is it the same thing as crossing-over? If an organism practiced self-fertilization, could recombination occur? If an organism practiced self-fertilization, would all its offspring be genetically ident

When FAD is reduced to FADH2, it does so by accepting 2 p+ and 2 e-. Where do the electrons come from

I know that the protons come from Hydrogen: H+-The electrons come from the same molecule as the hydrogens.Charge is balanced.

Why are hypertonic solutions used to relieve stuffy nose

Does anyone know?-Hypertonic Solutions have a higher salt concentration that the cells of the body. a stuffy nose is the result of fluid buildup on the nose. The process of osmosis occurs and the wate

What are some natural selection scenarios presently encountered by humans

In the modern world, we can combat almost anything than can cripple / make us die with artificial means. How then must natural selection work in our present time? What shape or form do you see humans

What is the reason for the differences in people's skin color

Skin colour is determined by a dark pigment in the skin called melanin. Melanin is made in cells called melanocytes which is found in the skin and at the root of the hair in the follicle. They are sim

Why do women want big boobs? I am normal weight but have big boobs!

I can not even see my feet! My back and shoulders hurt all the time from the weight.I would love a reduction, but am afraid of the anesthesia.Dudes are always staring.It is not as fun as you smaller c

What best describes the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration

What best describes the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration? 1. Photosynthesis captures and stores carbon from the atmosphere; cellular respiration releases carbon back into t

Explain why the plant kingdom is vital to the flow of energy in an ecosystem

Ive gotten through an entire biology test, and i keep coming back to this one but I just cant seem to come up with decent answer that I can feel good about turning in. Can ya help me out? 10 points be

A Contradiction to Evolution

I have taken it upon myself to study both evolution and the opposing viewpoints. I feel like it is important, no matter what I believe, to learn both sides. I am currently reading a book with an oppo

Where will you find cells with high proportion of ribosomes, smooth endoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria

Anyone know the location? Need to know for my Final Exam, any help would be appreciated!-Lots of ribosomes means lots of protein synthesis.Likewise, a high proportion of smooth ER means plenty of lipi

T or F Biology Questions

In commensalism, one species benefits and the other neither benefits nor is harmed. T of F? The rigid, outer layer of Earth is referred to as the asthenosphere. T of F Increases in greenhouse gases c

Animals with a slow metabolism rate...

a) Need more oxygen than animals with a fast metabolism rate b) Have a rapid activity rate c) Do not need large lungs d) Do not respire e) All of the above-C - they dont need as much oxygen since thei

Does the study of biology rule out the possibility of a God

I majored in biology and I think it strengthened my awareness of the supernatural.Seeing life in all those different forms doing such incredible work with nothing more than physical elements is quite