During the Starvation Response, Only a Limited Number of Organisms

question 38

Multiple Choice

During the starvation response, only a limited number of organisms can

• A) retool transport systems for the uptake of different nutrients.
• B) form metabolically inactive endospores.
• C) protect against reactive oxygen species.
• D) protect against temperature extremes.
• E) protect against pH extremes.

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Definitions:

Wernicke's Area

A region of the brain that is important for language development. It is located on the left temporal lobe and is responsible for the comprehension of speech.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of neural tissue of the cerebrum in the brain, playing a key role in memory, attention, perceptual awareness, thought, language, and consciousness.

Understanding

The ability to comprehend, grasp the meaning of, or apprehend an idea, situation, or concept.

Critical Period

A specific time in an organism's development when the presence or absence of certain experiences can have profound and lasting effects on the biological or behavioral outcomes.