Biology

Briefly describe the process of hearing. What structures are affected by sound waves?

Note: The textbook for this paper is Biology Of Aging by Roger B. McDonald 1. True or false (briefly explain your answer): The formation of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles results in the development of Alzheimer’s disease in the majority of individuals over the age of 70. 2. Briefly Define Heart Failure. 3. What is […]

Imagine that you are a forensic detective and you have been tasked with analyzing a complete skeleton. How might you go about determining if the skeleton is male or female?

speciasenses. Then, of the special senses, decide which you think is either most important or least important and explain your position. Your answer must be at least 200 words in length. 2.Imagine that you are a forensic detective and you have been tasked with analyzing a complete skeleton. How might you go about determining if […]

Based on your knowledge of the human integumentary system, what do you think the integumentary systems of the organisms on this planet would be like? What will you see?

Discussion Board 2: Stranded! There are 2 parts to this discussion. Details on what is expected in both parts is found below the prompt. Prompt (Use your imagination!): You are a space tourist traveling to a distant planet when a malfunction occurs on your spaceship. All will need to exit the ship within a day. […]

State your planet choice and explain why you chose the integumentary alterations for survival there.

Part 1: Initial Post (Worth up to 50 points) • Length: 250-500 words • State your planet choice and explain why you chose the integumentary alterations for survival there. When stating the evidence, consider the challenges that others may have to your evidence and how you could counter those respectful challenges. • You will need […]

How did the Italian government have responded to the cholera epidemics in Naples in 1884 to 1911? What were the results of their actions?

How did the Italian government have responded to the cholera epidemics in Naples in 1884 to 1911? What were the results of their actions? For your essay you must include your topic as the heading. Writing style must include complete sentences, correct spelling and grammar. Your essay will be graded on mechanics, as well as […]

Write a detailed summary (between 200 and 500 words) about this film

you need to watch the video below: And for full credit, you need to: 1) write a detailed summary (between 200 and 500 words) about this film 2) You need to mention clearly which are the mutations that she investigated and how she finds the connection between the intensity of UV radiation and skin color. […]

What do you think would be the impact of this transaction on the donor?

It is illegal in the United States to pay for a transplant organ, and doctors cannot perform the operation unless the patient is at the top of the official list. However, some wealthy people in need of a kidney transplant go overseas to other countries where the laws do not address the issue. Suppose a […]

Have you ever driven through a rural area and thought, “There is nothing out here”? Does that make you think that there is plenty of land “out there” for everyone?

Have you ever driven through a rural area and thought, “There is nothing out here”? Does that make you think that there is plenty of land “out there” for everyone? Was the area you were driving through actually fallow, or might it have been used for some purpose, such as growing trees for pulpwood or […]

How might genetics and evolution apply to our modern society when we consider the differences between people?

Whether you “believe” in evolution or not, why is it important to be knowledgeable about Darwin’s theory? How might genetics and evolution apply to our modern society when we consider the differences between people? Should we stratify people based on intelligence or other specific qualities? Have you observed traits in your parents that you do […]

Describe the difference between artificial selection of organisms and genetically modifying organisms. Include examples that support your response.

Which do you think has more influence on a person’s weight: genetics, upbringing, or the environment? Why do you think this is so? Is a person’s weight a single genetic trait, a qualitative trait, or a quantitative trait? Discuss and support your response with examples. Your answer must be at least 200 words in length. […]

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