Researchers Hypothesized That a North American Fungus Not Only Caused

question 47

Multiple Choice

Researchers hypothesized that a North American fungus not only caused symptoms of white-nose syndrome (WNS) but also caused death.The results from their experiment are shown in the graph below.Based on this graph,which of the following hypotheses would be the MOST logical hypothesis for further studies?

• A) "Sham injected" bats have a higher mortality rate than bats that are not injected.
• B) Bats injected with the North American fungus are less likely to care for their offspring than "sham injected" bats.
• C) Bats injected with European fungus have a lower mortality rate than "sham injected" bats.
• D) Other species of bats injected with European fungus will experience death.

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Definitions:

Malleus

A small bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations from the eardrum to the incus; part of the auditory ossicles.

Free Nerve Endings

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Proprioceptors

Sensory receptors located in the muscles, tendons, and joint capsules that help to provide a sense of body position and movement.

Dermis

The layer of skin situated beneath the epidermis, containing nerve endings, sweat glands, and blood vessels.