How Has Globalization Changed the Landscapes of Cities in the Former

question 94

Multiple Choice

How has globalization changed the landscapes of cities in the former communist countries of Europe?

• A) It led to the relocation of the capitals of these countries to more strategic locations.
• B) It led to the adoption of suburban-style housing tracts.
• C) It led to construction of western-style shopping malls and skyscrapers.
• D) It led to the adoption of the dollar as their national currency.
• E) All of the choices are correct.

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Phenotype

Phenotype is an observable, measurable characteristic of an organism. A phenotype may be a morphological structure (for example, antlers, muscles), a developmental process (for example, learning), a physiological process or performance trait (for example, running speed), or a behavior (for example, mating display). Phenotypes can even be the molecules produced by genes (for example, hemoglobin). Genes interact with other genes and with the environment during the development of the phenotype.

Genotype

The genetic makeup of an organism that determines its specific traits, often in contrast to its observable characteristics (phenotype).

Esterase Production

Refers to the biological synthesis of esterases, enzymes that split esters into an acid and an alcohol in a chemical reaction with water.

Beneficial Allele

An allele that contributes to an increased fitness of an organism, enhancing survival and reproduction in a specific environment.