Oil Spilled into the Ocean Does Not Easily Disperse, but Rather

question 17

Multiple Choice

Oil spilled into the ocean does not easily disperse, but rather clumps into an oil slick. Which of the following explains why this occurs?

• A) Oil is composed mainly of hydrophilic molecules.
• B) Oil is composed mainly of nonpolar molecules.
• C) Oil has no hydrogen in its molecular structure, so it can't form hydrogen bonds with water.
• D) Water is hydrophobic.
• E) Electrons are shared unequally between carbon and hydrogen atoms.

Examine the relationship between role management (career, marriage, and family responsibilities) and stress levels in women.

Understand the basic concepts of human genetics, including genome, genes, chromosomes, and alleles.

Recognize the importance of epigenetics and gene-environment interactions in human development.

Identify the differences in genetic makeup between males and females.

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Definitions:

Utility Function

A representation in economics that quantifies an individual's preference for certain goods or services, allowing for the assessment of satisfaction or happiness.

Min Function

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Income

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Price of X

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