Reason That Longevity May Have Evolved Slightly Differently in Humans

question 13

Multiple Choice

reason that longevity may have evolved slightly differently in humans than in other species is that:

• A)our immune system is more advanced than that of most species.
• B)we have the ability to manipulate the environment.
• C)early hominids had significantly lower infant mortality that other,nonhuman primates.
• D)our bodies are larger than expected for our low metabolic rate.

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Definitions:

Type II Pneumocytes

Specialized cells lining the alveoli of the lungs that secrete pulmonary surfactant to decrease the surface tension at the air/liquid interface, aiding in respiratory mechanics.

Cuboidal Epithelial Cells

Cube-shaped cells found lining various ducts and glands, playing a role in secretion and absorption.

Boyle's Law

A gas law stating that the pressure of a given mass of an ideal gas is inversely proportional to its volume at a constant temperature.

Henry's Law

A gas law that states the amount of dissolved gas in a liquid is proportional to its partial pressure above the liquid, provided the temperature is constant.