The Endosymbiotic Theory Suggests That the Following Eukaryotic Structures Were

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Multiple Choice

The endosymbiotic theory suggests that the following eukaryotic structures were derived from prokaryotes living inside early eukaryotes:

• A)the nucleus.
• B)the nucleus, mitochondria, and chloroplasts.
• C)the mitochondria and chloroplasts.
• D)all eukaryotic organelles, but not the nucleus.

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Definitions:

Chemical Messengers

Substances, such as hormones and neurotransmitters, that transmit signals and information between cells and throughout the body.

Growth Hormone

A peptide hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration in humans and other animals.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, referred to as the "master gland," which secretes hormones that regulate various bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Short Stature

A condition characterized by a height that is significantly below the average for a person's age and sex.