EBK BIOLOGY
11th Edition
ISBN: 8220102797352
Author: Raven
Publisher: YUZU
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 30, Problem 5U
Evolutionary innovations that increase desiccation tolerance include
a. waxy cuticles.
b. abscisic acid-signaling pathways.
c. rhizoids.
d. All of the choices are correct.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
4) There are several other animal models that display regenerative properties
including the zebrafish, salamander, and hydra. What specific strengths do
planarians offer that makes studying regeneration feasible?
5) Discuss any one conceptual problem that can be addressed by studying
regeneration in planaria. The discussion should include what is the problem and
how does planaria help in studying the problem? I
6) What is a blastema? Where is it formed and how does it appear?
Which of the following is the function of cytokinin?
A. activation of defense response from biotrophic and hemi-biotrophic pathogens
B. structurally related to animal steroid hormones for growth and development
C. long distance (root-to-shoot) signals for nitrogen assimilation
D. defense from necrotrophic pathogens and herbivore insects
The functional significance of the extensive network of hyphae in a mycelium isa. it allows many cells to take part in reproduction.b. it provides a massive surface area to absorb nutrients.c. it defends the individual against individual cell loss.d. it increases resistance to infection by soil bacteria.
Chapter 30 Solutions
EBK BIOLOGY
Ch. 30 - Which of the following plant structures is NOT...Ch. 30 - Which of the following genera most likely directly...Ch. 30 - Which of the following would NOT be found in a...Ch. 30 - Prob. 4UCh. 30 - Evolutionary innovations that increase desiccation...Ch. 30 - Which of the following statements about the...Ch. 30 - Compare what happens to a spore mother cell as it...Ch. 30 - How could a plant without roots obtain sufficient...Ch. 30 - A major innovation of land plants is embryo...Ch. 30 - In comparing the Selaginella and Physcomitrella...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Which of the following best describes evidence of a hypersensitive response? Select one: a. The bending of the coleoptile towards light. b. The growth of roots down and shoots up. c. When cells around an infection site die, depriving the pathogen of nutrients and preventing it from spreading. d. When plants elongate in response to being shaded. e. When stomata close despite plenty of CO 2 and water.arrow_forwardwhich of the following phytochemicals are considerd to provider vascular support? a. flavonoids and capsaicin b. tannins and curcumin c. ellagic acid and saponins d. limonene, inositol, sulfidesarrow_forwardWhich of the following attachment mechanisms Streptococcus sobrinus uses during its interactions with complementary receptors in the acquired pellicle? a. Amylase. b. Sialic acid residues. c. Glucan binding proteins. d. Statherin.arrow_forward
- Howare C4 plants and CAM (crassulacean acid metabolism) plants similar?a.They both open their stomata at night.b.They both initially fix carbon into a four carbon molecule.c.They both use more water to fix carbon into an organic compound than C3plants.d.They both have bundle sheath cells.e.Both carbon fixation and PGA production occurs in mesophyll cells.arrow_forwardWhat is the function of the sori found on the underside of the fern fronds a. Gas exchange b. Preventing excessive water loss - c. They contains the spores d. They aid in ph otosynthesis Sori have no known function 名) é.arrow_forwardi) list TWO adaptations that show that the plant conserves water.ii) Photosynthetic cells produce starch and may be stored. Describe how one may test for the presence of starch on a piece of potato tissue. iii) Give TWO characteristics of monocotyledonous plants. d. The transition of plants from an aquatic environment to a terrestrial one has broughtabout many evolutionary adaptations for plants to survive on land. Give ONE adaptationfor each of the following divisions:i) Mosses: ii) Gymnosperms.arrow_forward
- Plant root nodules are A. formed from gall-rotting bacteria that decompose plant roots. B. harmful to plants, because the bacteria outcompete the plants for nutrients. C.sites where nitrogen fixation occurs. D. structures created by fungi and are found in all agricultural crops.arrow_forwardI. Which essential nutrient makes up 70% of an animal’s body? A. Carbohydrates B. Minerals C. Protein D. Water II. A plant that does not have chlorophyll and gets its food from dead matter is called? A. Epiphytes B. Saprophytes C. Symbionts D. Parasitic plant III. Which of the following respiratory systems is not closely associated with a bloodsupply? A. The lungs of the vertebrate B. The tracheal system of an insect C. The gills of a fish D. The skin of an earthwormarrow_forwardRoot hairs form in the zone of a. cell division. b. elongation. c. maturation. d. More than one of the choices are correct.arrow_forward
- In response to a mutation in a gene that synthesizes tocopherol, which of following would LEAST likely occur: Select one: a. increased starch b. leaves will reposition away from the sun c. decreased tocopherol content d. increased vitamin E e. increased vitamin Carrow_forwardTracheid cells subsequently evolved from vessel elements and are specialized for support and water transport. Is this true or false?arrow_forward3) Explain giving appropriate reasoning why the neoblasts are considered the following a. A stem cell: b. Pluripotent c. Neoblasts are the only dividing cells in the planarians body-Is this statement true or false? Justify with reasons. d. Discuss the role of neoblasts in the planarian regeneration. What would happen if all except ONE neoblast was killed by irradiation? Would the planarian be able to regenerate and build the neoblast population? e. What role do neoblasts play in the maintenance of the planarian anatomy?arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)BiologyISBN:9780134580999Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. HoehnPublisher:PEARSON
Biology 2eBiologyISBN:9781947172517Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann ClarkPublisher:OpenStax
Anatomy & PhysiologyBiologyISBN:9781259398629Author:McKinley, Michael P., O'loughlin, Valerie Dean, Bidle, Theresa StouterPublisher:Mcgraw Hill Education,
Molecular Biology of the Cell (Sixth Edition)BiologyISBN:9780815344322Author:Bruce Alberts, Alexander D. Johnson, Julian Lewis, David Morgan, Martin Raff, Keith Roberts, Peter WalterPublisher:W. W. Norton & Company
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & PhysiologyBiologyISBN:9781260159363Author:Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, CynthiaPublisher:McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
Inquiry Into Life (16th Edition)BiologyISBN:9781260231700Author:Sylvia S. Mader, Michael WindelspechtPublisher:McGraw Hill Education
Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
Biology
ISBN:9780134580999
Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher:PEARSON
Biology 2e
Biology
ISBN:9781947172517
Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark
Publisher:OpenStax
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
ISBN:9781259398629
Author:McKinley, Michael P., O'loughlin, Valerie Dean, Bidle, Theresa Stouter
Publisher:Mcgraw Hill Education,
Molecular Biology of the Cell (Sixth Edition)
Biology
ISBN:9780815344322
Author:Bruce Alberts, Alexander D. Johnson, Julian Lewis, David Morgan, Martin Raff, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter
Publisher:W. W. Norton & Company
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
ISBN:9781260159363
Author:Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia
Publisher:McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
Inquiry Into Life (16th Edition)
Biology
ISBN:9781260231700
Author:Sylvia S. Mader, Michael Windelspecht
Publisher:McGraw Hill Education
Soil Ecology; Author: Prof. Mark Valen;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rByV6yvJ-Ho;License: Standard youtube license