Sickle-Cell Anemia Is Caused by

question 84

Multiple Choice

Sickle-cell anemia is caused by

• A) an abnormal form of acetylcholine.
• B) an abnormal form of iron.
• C) too little iron.
• D) an abnormal form of hemoglobin.
• E) Actually, the cause of this disease is unknown.

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Definitions:

Müllerian Mimicry

Occurs when several harmful or distasteful species resemble each other in appearance, facilitating the learned avoidance of predators.

Batesian Mimicry

Occurs when harmless species resemble harmful or distasteful species, deriving protection from predators in the process.

Fruit Set

The process by which flowers develop into fruit, often influenced by factors such as pollination and environmental conditions.

Hand Pollinated

An agricultural or gardening technique where pollen is manually transferred from one flower's anther to another flower's stigma to achieve fertilization.