The Most Unreliable Variable

question 33

Multiple Choice

The most unreliable variable. diagnostic property of minerals such as quartz is__________ .

• A) habit
• B) color
• C) specific gravity
• D) hardness

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Definitions:

DNA Configuration

The specific arrangement or structure of the DNA molecule, including its double helix shape and sequence of nucleotides that determine genetic information.

Phenotype

The visible physiological and biochemical traits of a living being, shaped by genetic structure and environmental factors.

Skin Color

The pigmentation of someone's skin, primarily determined by genetic inheritance and exposure to sunlight.

Measurable Characteristics

Quantifiable attributes or properties of an object or individual that can be determined through observation or testing.